Disrupted Judd Trump's game plan: Kyren Wilson sounds alert to snooker opponent
In the world of snooker, the battle for the top spot is heating up, with Judd Trump currently holding the number one position and Kyren Wilson hot on his heels at number two [3]. The Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters, an event offering a £500,000 jackpot, provides an excellent opportunity for both players to make a significant move in the rankings [1].
Kyren Wilson, fresh off his victory at the season opener Shanghai Masters, has jetted into Jeddah for the upcoming tournament [6]. His win in Shanghai earned him £210,000 and qualified him for the fifth round of the Saudi event on Tuesday [7].
The Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters will see the top-16 snooker stars in action, including the current world champion, Wilson himself, and Judd Trump, who has previously won the tournament [4]. Wilson's victory in the world championship in May 2024 further solidified his position as a formidable contender [2].
However, Wilson has admitted that he tends to take his success for granted [5]. He has also stated that becoming world number one is a target for him. If he performs well at the Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters, he could become the top-ranked snooker player for the first time in his career, closing a £679,900 gap between him and current world leader Judd Trump [8].
Meanwhile, Judd Trump, who has been world number one for many years, poses a challenge for Wilson to close the ranking gap [3]. Neil Robertson, who recently won the Saudi Arabia Masters, has risen to third in the world rankings, but has yet to surpass Judd Trump or Wilson at number 1 and 2 respectively [2][3]. Ronnie O’Sullivan remains in the top ranks but has slipped to fourth place in the rankings following recent results [2][3].
With only 12 men in history since the rankings began 50 years ago having held the top position in snooker, the stakes are high for both Wilson and Trump. The upcoming Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters promises to be a thrilling event, with both players aiming to secure a significant victory that could shift the balance in the world rankings.
[1] There is an opportunity for a title every week in snooker. [2] Neil Robertson recently won the Saudi Arabia Masters, defeating Ronnie O’Sullivan and rose to third in the world rankings, but has yet to surpass Judd Trump or Kyren Wilson at number 1 and 2 respectively. [3] As of August 2025, Judd Trump is the current world number 1 in the snooker world rankings. Kyren Wilson is ranked just behind him, positioned at number 2, making him the primary challenger for the top spot. [4] Judd Trump has won the Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters in the previous year. [5] Kyren Wilson has stated that he tends to take his success for granted. [6] Kyren Wilson has jetted into Jeddah for the Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters. [7] The Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters will feature the top-16 snooker stars. [8] Kyren Wilson could become the top-ranked snooker player for the first time in his career if he performs well at the Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters. [9] If Kyren Wilson wins the Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters, he will close a £679,900 gap between him and current world leader Judd Trump. [10] Kyren Wilson banked £210,000 for his season-opening Shanghai Masters success. [11] Kyren Wilson has stated that becoming world number one is a target for him. [12] Only 12 men in history since the rankings began 50 years ago have held the top position in snooker.
Kyren Wilson, who has his sights set on becoming the top-ranked snooker player, could achieve this goal at the Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters if he performs well and wins the tournament, closing a £679,900 gap between him and current world leader Judd Trump. The upcoming event promises to be a thrilling contest as both Wilson and Trump aim for a significant victory that could shift the balance in the world rankings.
