Ronnie O'Sullivan celebrates with his son Ronnie after his victory in the final during the Final of the Betfred.com World Snooker Championships at the Crucible Theatre last month. Anna Gowthorpe/PA Wire/Press Association Images
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Ronnie O'Sullivan confirms break from snooker
World champions refuses to sign contract and says he’ll take a rest for up to six months to assess the situation.
SNOOKER’S WORLD CHAMPION Ronnie O’Sullivan has confirmed he is to take a break from the game.
The Rocket — who won a fourth title at the Crucible last month — has refused to sign a contract which would tie him to a tour.
The statement tonight reads: “I have decided not to enter any tournaments for the time being, including this year’s Premier League and forthcoming WPBSA ranking events.
“I have not signed the player’s contract as I feel the contract is too onerous and am in a stage of my career where I don’t wish to make this commitment. I still want to play snooker and visit those places around the world such as China where snooker is enthusiastically received and adored.
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“I hope to remain involved in the sport in some way in the future,” he added.
Ronnie O'Sullivan confirms break from snooker
SNOOKER’S WORLD CHAMPION Ronnie O’Sullivan has confirmed he is to take a break from the game.
The Rocket — who won a fourth title at the Crucible last month — has refused to sign a contract which would tie him to a tour.
The statement tonight reads: “I have decided not to enter any tournaments for the time being, including this year’s Premier League and forthcoming WPBSA ranking events.
“I have not signed the player’s contract as I feel the contract is too onerous and am in a stage of my career where I don’t wish to make this commitment. I still want to play snooker and visit those places around the world such as China where snooker is enthusiastically received and adored.
“I hope to remain involved in the sport in some way in the future,” he added.
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