A protest by Sasha Swan, an OnlyFans model, disrupted the World Snooker Championship final on May 3, 2026, at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. The incident highlighted ongoing tensions regarding the BBC’s funding model.
The protest occurred during the final match between Shaun Murphy and Wu Yize. Swan shouted, “who f—ing pays their TV licence anyway” before jumping over a barrier. Security quickly ejected her from the venue.
The match was briefly halted as officials addressed the situation. At that point, Wu Yize led 10-7 after two sessions. This incident is part of a series of disruptions that have affected this year’s World Snooker Championships.
Key incidents during the tournament:
- Another spectator was ejected during the semi-final for shouting about “the Epstein files.”
- The finals were being broadcast live on BBC One.
- This protest follows previous disruptions, including a notable incident in 2024 involving Just Stop Oil activists.
John Parrott, a commentator at the event, addressed viewers saying, “Sorry for that disturbance, it’s all sorted.” Meanwhile, Rob Spencer advised spectators to keep their phones silent to avoid similar incidents.
The atmosphere remains tense as protests continue to emerge around high-profile events. Officials have not confirmed if further security measures will be implemented for upcoming matches.
