Summary
Ronnie O'Sullivan, a celebrated snooker player from England, turned 50. Known for his numerous records, he has achieved 23 Triple Crown titles, including seven World Championships. He holds the record for the most century breaks and maximum 147s in the sport.
Key Facts
- Ronnie O'Sullivan turned professional in 1992.
- He holds a record 23 Triple Crown titles: seven world titles, eight Masters, and eight UK Championships.
- O'Sullivan has made more century breaks and maximum 147s than any other snooker player.
- He became the youngest-ranking event winner at age 17 when he won the UK Championship.
- In 1997, he recorded the fastest ever 147 break in five minutes and eight seconds.
- O'Sullivan won the 2013 World Championship despite a long break from the sport.
- He reached 1,000 century breaks in March 2019, a record in snooker.
