1997 World Snooker Championship
The 1997 Embassy World Snooker Championship professional ranking snooker tournament took place at the Crucible Theatre, Sheffield between 19 April – 5 May 1997.
Ken Doherty won his first World title, by defeating defending champion Stephen Hendry 18–12 in the final. Doherty also became the first snooker player to win the World Championship at junior, amateur and professional level.
Read more about 1997 World Snooker Championship: Tournament Summary, Prize Fund, Main Draw, Century Breaks
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