April 29th 2024.
Ronnie O'Sullivan, the renowned snooker player, is currently feeling more confident than he has in a long time. In a recent interview, he revealed that he has been struggling with his own game and has been dealing with anxiety for the past two years. However, he finally feels like he is on the upswing and is determined to make the most of it.
At the World Snooker Championship, Ronnie has already made it to the quarter-finals after defeating Jackson Page and Ryan Day in the first two rounds. He is determined to end this season on a high note by adding the world title to the five other major events he has won this year. Despite his immense success, Ronnie has been struggling with frustration throughout the season. However, while in Sheffield, he seems to be in a more positive and upbeat state of mind.
After his victory over Jackson Page in the first round, Ronnie expressed his desire to continue playing well into his 50s and to see how many more world titles he can win. This is a far cry from the pessimistic attitude he has displayed in recent months. Ronnie also spoke about working with a new coach before the Crucible Championship, and it seems to have given him a new sense of confidence and energy. After two years of not feeling like his best self and dealing with anxiety over his game, he has finally found some excitement and is playing better than ever.
During his interview with the BBC, Ronnie opened up about his struggles with anxiety and how it has affected his game. He admitted that he had been taking medication for it, even during smaller tournaments. But now, he is determined to push through and not let it hold him back anymore. He also mentioned that while playing against Ryan Day, he had a few moments where his game started to falter, but he was able to bring it back on track and ultimately secure the win.
Ronnie has realized that in order to sustain his success, he needs to have the right mindset and belief in himself. It's not enough to just play well in one match or one tournament, he wants to maintain it for a longer period of time. He reflected on a time when he played exceptionally well for three years straight and never had a bad day. He knows that it's possible, but it takes a lot of effort and focus.
Despite his attempts to distance himself from the sport and not let it define him, Ronnie acknowledges that it's not easy. He has come to terms with the fact that snooker will always be a huge part of his life and that he needs to find a way to deal with the ups and downs that come with it. When he's struggling with his game, his life becomes harder, but when he's playing well, everything else falls into place.
In the past, Ronnie has tried to minimize the impact that the sport has on him, but he now realizes that it's impossible to separate his emotions from his performance. He explained that when he's playing well and loses, he's still in a good place because he knows he can bounce back. But when he's winning and not looking forward to playing, it's a sign that something is off. Ronnie knows that he needs to find the right balance in order to continue his success and maintain a positive mindset.
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