Results
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 18:00 | - | Mark Selby vs Martin Gould | View |
| 09/27 12:00 | 1 | Mark Selby vs Martin Gould | 9-8 |
| 09/26 18:00 | 2 | Judd Trump vs Martin Gould | 3-6 |
| 09/26 18:00 | 2 | Shaun Murphy vs Mark Selby | 3-6 |
| 09/26 12:00 | 3 | Martin Gould vs Yan Bingtao | 5-4 |
| 09/26 12:00 | 3 | Neil Robertson vs Shaun Murphy | 4-5 |
| 09/26 12:00 | 3 | Ding Junhui vs Mark Selby | 1-5 |
| 09/26 12:00 | 3 | Judd Trump vs Kyren Wilson | 5-2 |
| 09/25 19:00 | 10 | Martin Gould vs Peter Devlin | 5-3 |
| 09/25 18:00 | 10 | Anthony McGill vs Kyren Wilson | 2-5 |
| 09/25 18:00 | 10 | Yan Bingtao vs Aaron Hill | 5-1 |
| 09/25 18:00 | 10 | Judd Trump vs Jackson Page | 5-0 |
Teams
Wikipedia - 2020 European Masters (2020–21 season)
The 2020 European Masters was a professional ranking snooker tournament which took place from 21 to 27 September 2020 at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes, England. Organised by the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association, it was the first completed ranking event of the 2020–21 season. The competition was the 22nd edition of the European Masters, first held in 1989 and the second held in 2020 after the January 2020 European Masters. The event featured 128 participants with five withdrawing from the event due to COVID-19 and another (Mark Davis) because of his snooker cue being stolen. The winner of the event won £80,000 from a total prize fund of £407,000. The event was sponsored by betting company BetVictor.
Neil Robertson was the defending champion, having defeated Zhou Yuelong in a 9–0 whitewash in the previous season's final. However, Robertson was defeated 4–5 by Shaun Murphy in the quarter-finals. Mark Selby won the event after he defeated Martin Gould on a deciding frame 9–8. There were 98 century breaks made during the tournament, the highest of which was a 145 made by Mark Allen. He also equalled the most consecutive century breaks, scoring four in succession in his 5–0 second round win over Ken Doherty.
Featuring a competitive field of top-ranked players, the tournament was known for its high-stakes matches and thrilling displays of skill and strategy. The format included both qualifying rounds and knockout stages, culminating in an exciting final that captivated snooker fans around the world.
The European Masters 2020 not only highlighted the prowess of established stars but also provided a platform for emerging talents to shine. With a mix of intense competition and dramatic moments, the tournament was a significant highlight of the snooker calendar, drawing attention for its quality of play and the passion of its participants.
As players battled for the coveted title and a substantial prize fund, the event also adhered to health and safety protocols due to the ongoing global pandemic, ensuring a safe environment for players and staff. The European Masters 2020 was a testament to the resilience of the sport and its ability to adapt in challenging times, leaving fans eagerly anticipating future tournaments.