Go behind the scenes at the ‘home of snooker’ as the countdown continues.
5. A city transformed
World Snooker branding is in place throughout the city centre. Picture: Chris Etchells Photo: Chris Etchells
6. Tudor Square
Tudor Square is transformed. Picture: Chris Etchells Photo: Chris Etchells
7. Champions
The players' entrance. Picture: Chris Etchells Photo: Chris Etchells
8. Testing, testing
Setting one of the table ups. Picture: Chris Etchells Photo: Chris Etchells