On Sunday night, Ronnie O’Sullivan defeated competitor Judd Trump and earned the fourth Champion of Champions championship but he refused to go ahead with a handshake with the 147 video viral
However, the Rocket’s triumph was overshadowed by a controversy over his lack of good sportsmanship after failing to thank Trump for his previous 147-maximum break.
Ronnie O’Sullivan Refuses Handshake With Judd Trump After 147 In Champion Of Champions Snooker 2022 Final
O’Sullivan defeated Trump.
The world’s top-ranked player, O’Sullivan, who defeated Juddernaut in the Crucible final in May to win his seventh world championship, prevailed 10-6 on Sunday to take home the £150,000 first prize. However, after world No. 3 Trump delivered a stunning seventh career 147 to close to 6-2, the 46-year-old chose to remain seated rather than extend the customary congratulations.
O’Sullivan, who recently won the Hong Kong Masters, now has two championships under his belt and is in fantastic form going into the UK Championship the following week. Trump, however, did not receive a bonus for his 147 at this event, nor did he receive a separate award for the maximum or the tournament high break.
O’Sullivan about the game
According to O’Sullivan, they both know they didn’t flow today. It was a case of graft and graft. He already knew what Judd is capable of, and he returned to a score of 7-6.
They both enjoy competitive games. Although he does not have the same appetite as other players, he is fiercely competitive when he is out here. Because there are so many skilled competitors and a large audience in the game.
Ronnie O’Sullivan was blasted for a lack of etiquette and respect for Trump’s 147 feat.
As Trump punched the air in celebration, the Rocket remained motionless and it was even more bizarre given that an emotional O’Sullivan sobbed in Trump’s arms after beating him in the Crucible final in the spring.
Trump about the game
Trump stated that he was not happy with the way he played overall. Ronnie scored a lot which put pressure on him. He had nothing to lose in the eighth frame, so he decided to play aggressively. And it is noteworthy to succeed against Ronnie in the final. However, he made no gains from finishing second.
O’Sullivan received criticism for his rudeness and lack of regard for Trump’s 147 accomplishments.
The fact that O’Sullivan had defeated Trump in the spring’s Crucible final while visibly distraught made it especially stranger. And as a result, O’Sullivan’s lack of sportsmanship was criticised by fellow seven-time world champion Stephen Hendry and former Masters champion Mark Allen.
O’Sullivan has personally made a record 15 147 maximum breaks, and each time, his opponent has praised him. It’s not unreasonable to expect someone who is so highly regarded to show some respect for two seconds.