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Snooker’s UK Championship returns to Telford in December and we’ve got a batch of incredible prizes to give away in this competition.

The tournament runs from December 5 to 13 at the International Centre in Telford.

It’s snooker’s second biggest ranking tournament and will feature the likes of World No 1 Ronnie O’Sullivan, legend Stephen Hendry, Betfred.com World Champion John Higgins, Grand Prix winner Neil Robertson and defending champion Shaun Murphy.

The Shropshire Star is the event’s official media partner, and we’ve teamed up with World Snooker to offer the following prizes:

Six lucky winners will all receive a pair of tickets to both sessions of the showpiece final on Sunday, December 13, a cue or official programme signed by many of the top players, a backstage tour, giving a rare insight into what happens behind the scenes and a free 30-minute coaching session with one of World Snooker’s official coaches.

Plus a further 10 runners-up will all receive a pair of tickets to both semi-finals on Friday, December 11 and Saturday, December 12.

For a chance to win, simply answer this question using the form below:

Question: What nationality is UK Champion Shaun Murphy?

A) English     B) Russian     C) Chinese

You can also buy tickets for the tournament, by calling (01952) 561700 or visiting www.worldsnooker.com/uk

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Terms and Conditions:

Entrants must be aged 18 or over. Closing date for entries is Friday, November 13, 2009.

The winners will be notified by post. The first 16 correct entries selected at random will receive the prizes. The winners must be prepared to take part in any relevant publicity.

There are no cash alternatives to the prizes, and are non-transferable. Employees (or their immediate relatives) of the MNA group of companies/World Snooker may NOT enter.

The Editor’s decision is final. The winners must be prepared to take part in any relevant publicity.