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Hawke's Bay Open ups prize pool, aims to bolster region's Snooker game

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Publish Date
Fri, 22 May 2026, 9:54am
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Hawke's Bay Open ups prize pool, aims to bolster region's Snooker game

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Fri, 22 May 2026, 9:54am

More money is on the table as Hawke’s Bay aims to regrow Snooker in the region. 

The Hawke’s Bay Open, taking place this September, has announced a winning prize of at least $2500. 

It’s being seen as a sign of growth in the sport and an attempt to attract newcomers to the table.  

Hawke’s Bay Confederation of Billiard Sports President Wayne O’Donnell told Mike Hosking prize money helps quite a bit in establishing the competition in the market.  

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