Mark King Banned for Match-Fixing in Snooker

Mark King, a 50-year-old English snooker player, has been banned for five years and fined £68,299.50 after being found guilty of match-fixing and providing inside information regarding his match against Joe Perry at the Welsh Open in February 2023. The independent disciplinary committee ruled against King despite his denials, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the sport's integrity. King has until November 28 to appeal the decision, which follows a previous suspension initiated by the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) in March 2023. Additionally, charges related to another match against John Higgins were dismissed due to insufficient evidence, with neither Perry nor Higgins facing any allegations of misconduct. WPBSA chairman Jason Ferguson expressed sadness over the findings but reiterated the commitment to uphold the sport's credibility.