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Ex-World Snooker Champion Graeme Dott Sentenced to Seven Years

By Drooid · Sep 29, 2026, 4:13 PM UTC · How we work

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Graeme Dott Sentenced

Graeme Dott, former world snooker champion, was sentenced to seven years for child sexual abuse.
Edinburgh High Court back-dated the sentence to August 24, 2026 after a Glasgow jury convicted him in August.
He was convicted of two counts of lewd, indecent behaviour toward a girl (1993-1996) and a boy (2006-2010).
The World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association permanently revoked his membership and removed him from the Hall of Fame.

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Graeme Dott Accused

Prosecutors say Dott gave a £50 note to a victim after an abusive incident.
A female victim recalled Dott caressing her bottom over clothing while giving her a piggyback.
She described a “guessing game” where Dott exposed himself and touched her with his penis.
A male victim said Dott entered the shower partially or fully undressed, applied soap, and touched him.

History

Historical Context

Gary Glitter, the 1970s glam-rock star who sold over 20 million records, saw his career end when a UK Crown Court sentenced him to three years in prison in 1999 for abusing two boys. His conviction, coming after the 2012 Operation Yewtree scandal, helped drive stricter UK safeguarding rules for public figures.

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Graeme Dott Sentenced

Graeme Dott, former world snooker champion, was sentenced to seven years for child sexual abuse.
Edinburgh High Court back-dated the sentence to August 24, 2026 after a Glasgow jury convicted him in August.
He was convicted of two counts of lewd, indecent behaviour toward a girl (1993-1996) and a boy (2006-2010).
The World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association permanently revoked his membership and removed him from the Hall of Fame.

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