Chaos at the Crucible! The World Snooker Championship in Sheffield came to a grinding halt after protesters stormed the arena and sprayed orange powder on one of the tables.
On day three of the iconic event, with two matches airing live on BBC, fans watched in shock as the drama unfolded.
Protesters Disrupt Live Matches
Mid-game, at least two demonstrators were hauled out by security from the main arena, stopping the play dead in its tracks.
Officials Scramble to Clean Up
Now, organisers are scrambling to figure out what the mysterious orange powder is and whether the table can be cleaned in time to get the championship back on track tonight.
