What is the WST World Rankings?
Snooker's official world ranking, published by World Snooker Tour — like darts, a two-year rolling list of ranking-event prize money rather than a points table.[1]
What does it cover?
All WST ranking tournaments across the season, culminating in the World Championship at the Crucible, with a separate one-year list used for some invitational cut-offs.[1] [2]
Why does it matter?
Because the top 16 are seeded directly into the Crucible while everyone else must qualify, and because tour survival is decided by ranking position at the end of each two-year cycle — the ranking is the sport's professional register.[1] [2]
References
- World Snooker Tour — rankings. Accessed August 2026.
- World Snooker Tour. Accessed August 2026.