Barry Hearn’s attempt to take over ownership of snooker in Britain is to face a challenge from a former Olympic competitor, John Davison, who shot clay pigeons for Great Britain from 1989 to 2003 and has promised players a guaranteed £16m in prize money. Davison, a 44-year-old millionaire who retired from working in the City last year, has officially announced his rival bid to Hearn, chairman of the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association. Davison says he is ready to offer players a larger say in their sport and has already received support from two former world champions, ... Jump to full article >>