# Mark Allen says snooker career may be over after defeat

Mark Allen said he is in a bad place and suggested his snooker career could be over after a recent defeat. The prominent professional player's remarks raise concern about his wellbeing and future in the sport. His possible retirement would be significant for the snooker tour.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/oct/20/mark-allen-snooker-northern-ireland-open-interview) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:54:07 GMT
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/oct/21/snooker-mark-allen-northern-ireland-open-mental-health) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:52:04 GMT