It still gets millions of viewers in the UK (which pisses over most sports), and the Crucible was sold out before the event even started. So it's not doing too bad for a dying sport.

Also It's not just China where it's massive, thanks to Eurosport, which covers the entire tour (over 20 tournaments), the popularity throughout Europe has gone through the roof. The German Masters is played in a 3000 seat venue, which is packed out all week.

Come on Judd!!!