BREAKING NEWS: Xiao Guodong expresses regret to Ronnie O’Sullivan following his victory in what he describes as his “best ever” win.

Xiao Guodong recently expressed heartfelt regret to Ronnie O’Sullivan following his triumph in what he described as his “best ever” win at a major snooker event. The victory, which saw Xiao defeat O’Sullivan in a thrilling encounter, marked a personal milestone for the Chinese player, whose performance was widely praised for its composure and precision.

After the match, Xiao, a talented but often underappreciated figure in the snooker world, took a moment to reflect on the significance of the win and his emotions following such a historic moment. “I am very happy to win, but I must admit, I feel a little bit guilty beating Ronnie,” Xiao confessed. “He’s such an inspiration to me and to many players around the world. It’s hard to celebrate fully when you know how great he is.”

O’Sullivan, a living legend in snooker, has been a long-standing role model for many up-and-coming players, and Xiao was no exception. Despite the excitement of securing a landmark victory, Xiao’s words revealed the respect he has for O’Sullivan’s unparalleled achievements in the sport. He acknowledged that beating O’Sullivan, particularly in such a close and competitive match, left him with mixed feelings, torn between his joy at winning and his admiration for his opponent.

In his post-match interview, Xiao went on to emphasize the importance of learning from O’Sullivan’s professionalism and skill. “Every time I play against him, I feel like I learn something new. He’s one of the best ever, and I’ll always try to follow his example,” Xiao added.

1. This mixture of gratitude and regret exemplified Xiao’s humility and maturity, showing that, despite his breakthrough win, he recognizes the immense value of the lessons he continues to learn from snooker’s greatest players.