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Ronnie O’Sullivan Contemplates the Future of His Snooker Career as He Sets a Two-Year Timeline
Last Updated: 13/04/25 9:31am
Ronnie O’Sullivan, a prominent figure in the world of snooker, has expressed that while he is not ready to retire, he recognizes that the conclusion of his illustrious career might be approaching. The seven-time World Champion, now 49, has not participated in the World Snooker Tour since January and remains undecided about his participation in the upcoming World Championship, which is set to begin on April 19.
Currently ranked fifth in the world, O’Sullivan has found himself increasingly disenchanted with the sport. His form has been inconsistent, leading him to withdraw from five of the last six tournaments on the tour for health-related reasons.
In an interview with the Daily Mail, O’Sullivan remarked, “I’m not quitting just yet, but I will give myself two years to try and figure it out.” He conveyed his desire to retire with positivity, stating, “I don’t want to finish my career feeling like I wasn’t really performing to the level that I know I can.”
His aspirations during this time are to regain his passion for snooker and enjoy the game again. “I just want to feel like I’m enjoying the game. I’d like to go out with a smile on my face,” he added.
O’Sullivan emphasized the need for personal reinvention, stating, “I have to try and repair myself and just try to find how I used to play snooker. It’s a massive rebuilding process and probably the last one I’ll ever have to do as a snooker player.” However, he candidly shared his doubts about this process, saying, “Do I think I can do it? Probably not if I’m being honest. I think it’s probably a bit too late in my career and I’m probably damaged goods in the form of a snooker player.”
O’Sullivan, who is often hailed as the greatest player in snooker history, last clinched the World Championship title in 2022, achieving the distinction of being the oldest player to win the prestigious tournament. He holds a record 23 Triple Crown titles, which include eight Masters and eight UK Championship victories.
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