1980 Classic (1979/1980)
The 1980 Wilson's Classic (January) was the inaugural edition of the professional invitational snooker tournament, which took place on 7 and 8 January 1980. The tournament was played at the New Century Hall in Manchester, and featured eight professional players.
| Tournament information | |
|---|---|
| Dates | 7–8 January 1980 |
| Venue | New Century Hall |
| City | Manchester |
| Country | England |
| Organisation | WPBSA |
| Format | Non-Ranking event |
| Total prize fund | £8,900 |
| Winner's share | £3,000 |
| Highest break | Alex Higgins (75) |
| Final | |
| Champion | John Spencer |
| Runner-up | Alex Higgins |
| Score | 4–3 |
← First 1980 (December) → | |
John Spencer won the tournament, beating Alex Higgins 4–3 in the final. A second Classic was staged in 1980 in December with Steve Davis winning the title.
Higgins made the highest break of the tournament, 75, during the final.
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