2 h. ago Sex, drugs and potting balls: The wildest snooker hellraisers to grace The Crucible

With the World Championship starting on Saturday at The Crucible, there's no better time to look back on some of snooker's wildest characters.

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12 h. ago When does Ronnie O'Sullivan play first match in 2025 World Snooker Championship?

The seven-time world champion will break off his latest charge for Crucible glory against a familiar foe.

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16 h. ago Zhao Xintong learned Ronnie O’Sullivan’s opinion of him before huge snooker ban

Ronnie O'Sullivan is one of the greatest snooker players of all time, and he has never been shy to praise a talented player - though few have earned his admiration like Zhao Xintong

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17 h. ago BBC snooker pundit's view clear on Judd Trump and Ronnie O'Sullivan's decision to quit UK

With top talent like Judd Trump and Ronnie O’Sullivan taking up residence outside the UK, this snooker pundit has chimed in on whether moving will affect their Crucible prospects

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27 h. ago Ronnie O’Sullivan: ‘I was scared to go near a snooker table and I’ve lost my bottle’

Seven-time champion Ronnie O’Sullivan opened up about the mental health struggles causing his break from the game and also admitted he could yet withdraw from the World Snooker Championship at short notice

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35 h. ago Ronnie O'Sullivan delivers snub as World Championship opponent admits he almost withdrew

News and views from the World Snooker Championship as Ronnie O'Sullivan prepares to return to action against bitter rival Ali Carter, who has been recovering from a bizarre injury

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36 h. ago Ronnie O'Sullivan and Ali Carter's bitter feud including shoulder barge and 'snotting' claim

Ronnie O'Sullivan and Ali Carter have one of the most bitter feuds in snooker, and fans can't wait as the pair are poised to renew their rivalry at the 2025 World Championship

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36 h. ago Ronnie O’Sullivan’s feud with Ali Carter – Shoulder barge, snot storm, no apology

Ronnie O'Sullivan and Ali Carter have been at loggerheads in recent years and will renew their rivalry after being drawn against one another at the World Snooker Championship

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44 h. ago Ronnie O'Sullivan and Ali Carter feud explained as pair given 'worst possible' World Snooker Championship draw

The Rocket had the Captain have had a few high profile spats over the years which could make for a tasty first round tie

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54 h. ago Ronnie O'Sullivan admits life 'could've gone wrong' due to testing past

Ronnie O'Sullivan is widely regarded to be one of the greatest-ever snooker players in history, but his life could have panned out in a different state of affairs

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56 h. ago O’Sullivan confirms he will play in World Snooker Championship after Carter draw

O’Sullivan returns to face grudge match in first roundKyren Wilson begins title defence against debutantSeven-time champion Ronnie O’Sullivan has been drawn to face long-term rival Ali Carter in the first round of the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield. The 49-year-old, who is seeded fifth, defeated Carter in the 2008 and 2012 finals at the Crucible.O’Sullivan has not played competitively since snapping his cue after withdrawing from the Championship League in January. He pulled out of five of the last six World Snooker Tour events on medical grounds but confirmed on Thursday that he will play in this year’s tournament. Continue reading...

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56 h. ago Ronnie O'Sullivan reveals Crucible decision after being drawn against arch

Ronnie O'Sullivan's spot at the 2025 Snooker World Championship was in serious doubt even after Thursday's draw and The Rocket has now confirmed whether he will be playing

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56 h. ago Ronnie O'Sullivan confirms he WILL play at World Snooker Championship as Rocket makes sensational return

The Rocket will be back in action at the Crucible after confirming he'll play in snooker's biggest tournament

Events

57 h. ago World Snooker Championship draw: Ronnie O'Sullivan to face long

The Rocket scheduled to meet old foe in Crucible clash, but has yet to confirm if he’ll play at the tournament

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57 h. ago Ronnie O'Sullivan 'snubs invite' on eve of World Snooker Championship

The World Snooker Championship is set to start this weekend, with seven-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan one of the favourites, but the 49-year-old has reportedly snubbed an invite to attend the first ever Champions Dinner ahead of the event

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61 h. ago World Snooker Championship draw: Full schedule as Ronnie O’Sullivan handed blockbuster first

O’Sullivan has yet to confirm if he will bid for a record eighth title at the Crucible

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61 h. ago Who is the richest snooker player in the world 2025? Top 17 wealthiest snooker players ever

With the 2025 World Snooker Championships taking place in Sheffied, we’re taking a look at the titans of the baize.

Sport

63 h. ago O’Sullivan drawn to face Carter grudge match at World Snooker Championship

O’Sullivan is yet to confirm whether he will take partKyren Wilson begins title defence against debutantSeven-time champion Ronnie O’Sullivan has been drawn to face long-term rival Ali Carter in the first round of the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield. The 49-year-old, who is seeded fifth, defeated Carter in the 2008 and 2012 finals at the Crucible.O’Sullivan has not played competitively since snapping his cue after withdrawing from the Championship League in January. He pulled out of five of the last six World Snooker Tour events on medical grounds and has yet to confirm if he will play in this year’s tournament. Continue reading...

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64 h. ago World Snooker Championship draw: Full schedule and first round matches including Ronnie O’Sullivan v Ali Carter

O’Sullivan has yet to confirm if he will bid for a record eighth title at the Crucible

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65 h. ago Ronnie O'Sullivan mystery continues after World Snooker Championship draw

The World Snooker Championship gets underway this weekend and seven-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan was included in Thursday morning's 32-person draw for the competition

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