Ronnie O’Sullivan has shared his struggles with self-doubt following his defeat in the World Open final against Thepchaiya Un-Nooh in Yushan. Despite initially leading 4-0, O’Sullivan was outplayed by Un-Nooh, who staged a remarkable comeback with a 147-break and three consecutive centuries to secure the victory.
After losing the final, O’Sullivan reflected on his performance in China and decided to skip the Tour Championship in Manchester. Instead, he is now focusing on preparing for the upcoming Snooker World Championship at the Crucible in Sheffield starting on April 18.
Expressing his current mindset, O’Sullivan acknowledged his recent challenges in finding his form on the table. He admitted to struggling with his game consistency but remains hopeful of improving his performance. Despite not feeling at his best, he is determined to continue working on his game.
O’Sullivan praised Un-Nooh for his outstanding performance and admitted that his own game was not at the desired level to compete effectively. Reflecting on his technical shortcomings, O’Sullivan acknowledged the need to elevate his game to match top competitors like Un-Nooh.
While O’Sullivan has not clinched a ranking title since January 2024, he maintains his 10th position in the world rankings. Despite the recent setback, O’Sullivan remains optimistic about his future in the sport and is focused on making necessary improvements to enhance his game.
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