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Ronnie O'Sullivan Joins Seniors Snooker Championship, Boosts Ticket Sales

2/23/2026

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Ronnie O'Sullivan will debut at the World Seniors Snooker Championship at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre, May 6–10.
The 50-year-old Ronnie O'Sullivan is ranked 11th and seeks his eighth world title at the main championship just before the seniors.
Changes to rules allow players 45+ in the top 64 to compete.
Notable entrants include Jimmy White, Ken Doherty, and Reanne Evans, and O'Sullivan's participation is expected to boost ticket sales.

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Ronnie O'Sullivan will debut at the World Seniors Snooker Championship at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre, May 6–10.
The 50-year-old Ronnie O'Sullivan is ranked 11th and seeks his eighth world title at the main championship just before the seniors.
Changes to rules allow players 45+ in the top 64 to compete.
Notable entrants include Jimmy White, Ken Doherty, and Reanne Evans, and O'Sullivan's participation is expected to boost ticket sales.