Louis Hobbs

3 weeks ago | sportsboom.com | Louis Hobbs

On the same day Jamie Vardy confirmed he would leave Leicester City at the end of the season, another Leicester legend-in-the-making stepped into the spotlight — this time on the green baize, not the football pitch. Ben Woollaston stunned the Crucible by knocking out close friend and four-time world champion Mark Selby in what was arguably the biggest upset of the tournament so far.

3 weeks ago | sportsboom.com | Louis Hobbs

Judd Trump hit back at Stephen Hendry and Mark Allen’s claims he needs more world titles to cement his legacy, insisting he’s happy with his career and wouldn’t be “disappointed” retiring with one Crucible crown, saying: “I’d be playing golf in Dubai in a mansion.”Last Updated: 2025-04-23Getty Images / George WoodWorld number one Judd Trump laid down a dominant marker at the 2025 World Snooker Championship with a ruthless 10-3 victory over Zhou Yuelong in the opening round.

1 month ago | sportsboom.com | Louis Hobbs |Chad Nagel

OKTAGON MMA continues its rapid rise across Europe after setting a new ratings benchmark this past weekend. Their flagship latest event, OKTAGON 69, pulled in an incredible 1.3 million viewers on mainstream German broadcaster RTL+ — the highest viewership the promotion has achieved since the landmark partnership began last year. "This Is Just the Beginning" — Pavol NerudaFor OKTAGON MMA co-owner Pavol Neruda, the record-breaking weekend represents far more than just a number.

1 month ago | sportsboom.com | Louis Hobbs |Chad Nagel

Nathan Aspinall enjoyed a perfect homecoming in Manchester at night ten of the 2025 Premier League, beating world number one Luke Humphries 6-4 in the final. The victory saw Aspinall pick up five points on the night, elevating him to fourth in the standings. Earlier, he defeated Rob Cross 6-2 in the first round and Michael van Gerwen 6-2 in the semi-final, both players still seeking their first win of the 17-week roadshow.

1 month ago | sportsboom.com | Louis Hobbs

With the World Snooker Championship now less than two weeks away, the future of the iconic tournament at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield is once again a hot topic. The event's current contract with the venue is set to expire in 2027, a year marking 50 years since the first World Championship was held in South Yorkshire. This conversation dominated discussions during last year’s tournament, with players like Shaun Murphy passionately defending the Crucible's rich history and legacy.