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Ronnie O’Sullivan delivers snub as World Championship opponent admits he almost withdrew

News and views from the World Snooker Championship as Ronnie O’Sullivan prepares to return to action against bitter rival Ali Carter, who has been recovering from a bizarre injury
The World Championship begins on Saturday, with Kyren Wilson aiming to make snooker history. The reigning champion is attempting to shatter the infamous ‘Crucible Curse’ that has seen no first-time winner successfully defend their title the following year.