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Ronnie O’Sullivan makes snooker history with 153 break at World Open
O’Sullivan snookered Ryan Day at start of first frame
TL;DR
- Ronnie O’Sullivan recorded the highest break in professional snooker history with a 153.
- The break occurred at the World Open in Yushan, China, during his quarter-final match against Ryan Day.
- A snooker situation led to O’Sullivan receiving a free ball, enabling him to score beyond the standard maximum break of 147.
- This break is the second-highest ever in professional snooker, with only a 148 by Jamie Burnett preceding it.
- O’Sullivan expressed his happiness and gratitude for the congratulations on his record-breaking achievement.
- His dominant play, fueled by the early break, led to a 5-0 victory and a place in the semi-finals.