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O'Sullivan-Higgins match set for thrilling finish

O'Sullivan-Higgins match set for thrilling finish

Summary

Ronnie O'Sullivan leads John Higgins 9-7 in their World Snooker Championship last-16 match after Higgins won the last three frames of the second session. The two 50-year-old players will finish the first-to-13 frames match on Monday, with O'Sullivan aiming for an eighth world title.

Key Facts

  • Ronnie O'Sullivan currently leads John Higgins 9-7 in their best-of-13 match.
  • O'Sullivan had a strong start, leading 9-4 before Higgins won three straight frames.
  • Both players are 50 years old and have multiple world titles between them.
  • The match will resume on Monday at 13:00 BST and will be broadcast live on BBC Two.
  • O'Sullivan is seeking to reach the quarter-finals at the Crucible for the 24th time.
  • Higgins won four world championships, O'Sullivan seven, and an eighth title would be a modern record for O'Sullivan.
  • The match features high drama, including a critical foul by O'Sullivan that helped Higgins win a late frame.
  • Other notable players, including defending champion Zhao Xintong, have also advanced in the tournament.
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