Ronnie O'Sullivan became the oldest UK snooker champion after securing a 10-7 victory over China's Ding Junhui to claim a record-extending eighth title in York on Sunday. O'Sullivan, a seven-time world champion who turns 48 on Tuesday, saw his career come full circle as he was also the youngest player to win the UK Championship, as a 17-year-old in 1993. "Each tournament I win and play in, I take great pleasure from," O'Sullivan, known as "The Rocket" told the BBC. There was a big crowd and I wanted to leave blood, sweat and tears on the table. O'Sullivan's triumph over Ding saw the Englishman add the 40th ranking title to his remarkable trophy collection.

Source: The Times December 04, 2023 02:29 UTC