January 13th 2025.
Ronnie O'Sullivan recently made the difficult decision to withdraw from the Masters tournament, citing a build-up of pressure and a feeling of being overwhelmed. The Rocket, as he is known in the snooker world, had been playing in the Championship League just days before, but appeared frustrated and even broke his cue after a loss to Robert Milkins.
After withdrawing from the event in Leicester, O'Sullivan also made the decision to pull out of the Masters, feeling like he had "lost the plot" and leaving his broken cue in a nearby bin. Fans were understandably concerned about his mental health, but when asked about it during an interview on Eurosport, O'Sullivan reassured everyone that he was doing alright.
Explaining his decision to withdraw, O'Sullivan admitted that it was a "nightmare" choice to make, but the pressure of competing in such a prestigious tournament had become too much for him. After being on a three-week trip and playing in multiple tournaments, he felt mentally and physically exhausted. The breaking point came when he snapped his cue, rendering it unplayable.
As for the fate of his beloved cue, O'Sullivan revealed that it was initially thrown in a wheelie bin, but his friend insisted on rescuing it. Despite the cue being a crucial part of his game for many years, O'Sullivan knows that he must now focus on practicing with a new one in order to continue competing in upcoming tournaments.
Despite the challenges he has faced, O'Sullivan remains determined to get back to the table and compete at the highest level. He expressed his love for the Masters tournament, which he has won multiple times and has been in the finals of 14 times. He hopes to return and perhaps even add another trophy to his collection.
Fans of O'Sullivan can take comfort in the fact that he plans to continue playing and is already preparing for future tournaments. While the withdrawal from the Masters was a difficult decision, it was one that O'Sullivan felt was necessary for his well-being. As he looks ahead to the future, he remains determined and hopeful for more success on the snooker table.
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