Champion of Champions Snooker 2024 LIVE RESULTS: Latest with defending champ Mark Allen in action on opening day

THE Champion of Champions begins TODAY – with some of the world’s best players competing in Bolton.

Mark Allen begins the defence of his title on opening day as he takes on Igor Figueiredo.

While Ronnie O’Sullivan’s quest for a fifth Champion of Champions triumph starts on Thursday against Guodong Xiao.

• Start time: From 1pm GMT
• TV channel: ITV4
• Live stream: ITVX

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