JUST IN: Ronnie O’Sullivan leaves Stephen Hendry embarrassed in a significant upset at the Champion of Champions.
In a stunning turn of events at the 2024 Champion of Champions, Ronnie O’Sullivan delivered a commanding performance that left seven-time world champion Stephen Hendry visibly embarrassed. The match, which many expected to be a tightly contested affair between two of snooker’s all-time greats, ended in a comprehensive 6-1 victory for O’Sullivan, shaking up expectations and sending shockwaves through the snooker world.
From the outset, O’Sullivan showed his class, racing into a 4-0 lead with a series of break-building masterclasses that highlighted his impeccable cue ball control and precision potting. Hendry, a legend of the game, struggled to find his rhythm and appeared overwhelmed by O’Sullivan’s relentless pace and sharpness. Despite his vast experience and reputation, Hendry found himself consistently outplayed, with O’Sullivan’s form looking nearly flawless.
In the fifth frame, Hendry had a brief moment of hope, but a crucial miss allowed O’Sullivan to take the frame and move within one of the match win. The final frame saw O’Sullivan deliver yet another break of over 60 to seal the match in style, leaving Hendry without a chance to mount any serious comeback.
The result was a stark reminder of O’Sullivan’s dominance in modern snooker, and a sobering moment for Hendry, who has struggled to regain his top form after his return to the circuit in recent years. The defeat left Hendry visibly embarrassed, as he knew that his opponent had simply been too good. For O’Sullivan, it was another statement of intent, proving once again why he is considered one of the greatest to ever play the game.
