Ronnie O’Sullivan pulls out of 2012 Haiku World Open due to glandular fever – Snooker news
England’s Ronnie O’Sullivan was suffering from glandular fever from the past six months but still he continued to participate in the regular snooker events.
During his 2012 snooker run, the Essex Exocet did not show any signs of anxiety or pressure due to his illness. However, after completing the 2012 Welsh Open, the Rocket has decided to rest and has pulled out of 2012 Haiku World Open.
Speaking to the local media about his absence in the 2012 Haiku World Open, O’Sullivan said, “I am very sorry that I have to withdraw from Haikou; despite my illness I have been competing well in recent weeks and was greatly looking forward to taking part
in the World Open and meeting my fans in China.”
The World Number 14 added, “However, I have to listen to my body sometimes and I have decided that I will be in better shape for the climax of the season and the World Championships if I listen to my doctor and spend the next few weeks resting. I hope I
can make it to Ireland and China in March and look forward to seeing you all soon.”
As far as his performance since he caught the glandular fever is concerned, he performed convincingly in the last year’s events, finishing in the final stages of several contests. The Wordsley potter also clinched a couple of minor ranking events last year
including Players Tour Championship (PTC) and Premier League Snooker.
The 36-year-old O’Sullivan started his 2012 snooker campaign by winning the 2012 German Masters. The Essex cueman showed impressive form during his drive through the competition and claimed the 2012 German Masters title beating Stephen Maguire by the score
line of 9-7. The local media revealed about his illness when he lift the title.
Speculations were circling around about his absence in the 2012 Welsh Open but the Magician did participate in the event and reached the penultimate stage of the tournament where he lost to the World Number one, compatriot Mark Selby by 2-6.
However, now the former three-time World Snooker Champion believes that he should rest and listen to his doctor.
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