I feel like it has been stolen from me – not by Kyren, but by the snooker gods.”. Ronnie O’Sullivan and Kyren Wilson will encounter each other in the World Snooker Championship final this weekend in Sheffield. Earlier Wilson won one of the wildest frames in snooker history to beat Anthony McGill 17-16 and advance to his first world championship final. “Every time I put him in a snooker he just hit the balls at 100 miles per hour and they could have gone anywhere. The tournament has been running since 1927 and is steeped in history, from the days of Joe Davis, through the 1980s when snooker became the biggest sport in Britain, to the modern era when greats such as Ronnie O’Sullivan and Stephen Hendry have graced the green baize. 6. With the black teetering over the top pocket, Wilson snookered McGill on a nearby red. Fri 14 Aug 2020 22.47 BST 16. It’s the standard I set myself, if I lose two or three frames, people are kind of shocked. The 2021 event will run from April 17 to May 3. The world No 39 looked the more composed after the restart, rallying after Wilson’s 82 break with a nerveless 98 that sent him one frame from victory. I understand that by submitting this form, I will be providing World Snooker with my personal data/information. 5. This 2020 edition, which was rescheduled from its usual April and May slot on the calendar as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, has arguably been the most enthralling and has certainly been worth the wait. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Ronnie O’Sullivan 2020 English Open Final: Judd Trump vs Neil Robertson, Judd Trump Claims English Open Title - SnookerHQ, Neil Robertson Wins Champion of Champions Title, 2020 English Open Final: Judd Trump vs Neil Robertson – Bouncing Bill, Trump: only two players in world can beat me at my best – Yahoo New Zealand News – CoverStory. Klicken Sie auf die Sportart oben im Menü oder auf das Land auf der … Please continue to respect all commenters and create constructive debates.
‘It doesn’t surprise me because the standard’s so good, you saw Ronnie [O’Sullivan] go out early last tournament [European Masters], nearly went out again and he won the Worlds quite comfortably. Independent Premium Comments can be posted by members of our membership scheme, Independent Premium. Wilson looked resigned to defeat after his miss, with McGill potting at the second attempt and the colours at his mercy. Ronnie O’Sullivan conquered the Crucible for the sixth time in 2020, beating Kyren Wilson 18-8 in the final of the Betfred World Snooker Championship. ‘At 3-1 he had a couple of chances and didn’t really play after that. Scotland’s McGill was left needing snookers again, and could not repeat the trick. Learn how your comment data is processed. I consent to my personal data being processed so that World Snooker and its affiliates may use it to deliver news and ticket information, as well as to improve the quality and relevance of services to me through online surveys. I don’t feel as though I have done anything wrong. An out-of-sorts Ronnie O’Sullivan battled through an erratic display to earn a 10-7 overnight lead against Kyren Wilson in the World Snooker Championship final, but the match remains very much alive after Wilson fought back from a seemingly unassailable 8-2 deficit. PLUS look out for special ticket offers and information on our events around the globe. The Englishmen each needed all 33 frames from their respective semi-final ties against Mark Selby and Anthony McGill to progress following one of the most dramatic days in World Championship history on Friday. Victory on Sunday, though, would see the 44 year-old move one behind Stephen Hendry’s record of seven world titles, and it would also see O’Sullivan surpass the Scot’s all-time ranking event record of 36 wins. With O’Sullivan leading 5-2, Wilson needed just the pink to clinch the frame and go to the break two behind. I understand that my consent will be asked again before any other use be made of my personal data. 3. Trump edged past Louis Heathcote 4-3 in the first round of the English Open on Tuesday night and reflected on his recent performances and form. Wilson will be third if he wins, sixth if he loses the final. Enter your email address to subscribe to this website and receive notifications of new posts by email. Fans who wish to request a refund should contact the Crucible box office on 0844 65 65 147. Ronnie O’Sullivan came from the brink of defeat to stun Mark Selby and now faces Kyren Wilson in the World Snooker Championship final after a remarkable day of tense, nail-biting action. ‘He give me that, really I think he’ll be very disappointed,’ said Trump. World Snooker Championship Pockets Record Viewing Figures, Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement. Disclaimer Page. Ronnie O’Sullivan and Kyren Wilson will encounter each other in the World Snooker Championship final this weekend in Sheffield. O’Sullivan was in typically mercurial mood, showing flashes of genius amongst an array of strange decisions and poor cueing, and was fortunate in the early stages to come up against an opponent in Wilson who seemed a little overawed in his first Crucible final. 1480. If you want to have your link shared on this website or if you have any queries please visit the Contact Page. The Kettering cueist has played one match fewer than O’Sullivan in this year’s tournament after being gifted a walkover in the first round, so fatigue is unlikely to play a significant role with regard to his fortunes. It is a decision which will affect many businesses and individuals across the events industry.”. 15. Ding Junhui Playing in front a small crowd for the first time in this tournament, both players struggled to adjust to a table which received plenty of criticism from players and pundits for its unpredictable feel, with Australian former champion Neil Robertson tweeting: “This is the worst I’ve ever seen a one-table setup play. Stephen Maguire That O’Sullivan has already overcome that kind of test should instill him with a huge amount of extra confidence. If I can find the cue action then I will enjoy the final. It all sets up an intriguing World Snooker Championship final showdown that will be contested in front of around 300 spectators on Saturday and Sunday.