In a stunning upset, Ronnie O’Sullivan fell to a devastating 18-13 defeat at the hands of Kyren Wilson in the World Snooker Championship final. The match, held at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, saw O’Sullivan struggle to find his rhythm against a dominant Wilson.
Despite starting strongly, O’Sullivan’s game began to unravel in the second session. Wilson, who had been quietly confident throughout the tournament, sensed his opportunity and pounced. A string of century breaks, including a stunning 136, saw Wilson take a commanding 14-10 lead into the final session.
O’Sullivan, known for his incredible fighting spirit, refused to give up. He launched a valiant comeback, winning three frames on the spin to reduce the deficit to 14-13. However, it was too little, too late. Wilson composed himself and wrapped up the match with a nerveless 70 break.
The defeat marks a heartbreaking end to O’Sullivan’s quest for a seventh World Championship title. Despite his disappointment, the 48-year-old was gracious in defeat, praising Wilson’s performance and vowing to return stronger next season.