Ronnie O’Sullivan’s dramatic outburst at the World Open in Yushan, China left snooker commentators and fans stunned. Following a missed easy pot during his match against Michael White, O’Sullivan visibly frustrated with his performance, struck his cue against the table in a moment of anger. Despite winning the game 5-3, O’Sullivan’s display of frustration highlighted the intensity of competition at the tournament.
The Eurosport commentator expressed shock, remarking, “He’s absolutely fuming” after Ronnie O’Sullivan’s cue-smashing incident. Looking ahead, O’Sullivan faces Lyu Haotian in his next match, with the tournament winner earning a £170,000 jackpot. Notably, Luca Brecel and Judd Trump stand as formidable competitors among O’Sullivan’s rivals in the event.
O’Sullivan, a seven-time World Champion in snooker, expressed his preference for playing in China over the UK due to fewer distractions. He cited the UK’s pub culture as not being his cup of tea, stating that in China, he can relax without the temptation of going out.
Ronnie O’Sullivan won the World Masters of Snooker in Saudi Arabia, defeating Brecel in the final and securing £250,000. Despite facing distractions from the crowd during the match, O’Sullivan praised the tournament and venue, calling the fans “amazing” and expressing appreciation for the Middle East’s hospitality.
