What an end to 2007.
Ronnie O’Sullivan’s first ranking title for 33 months came courtesy of a highly polished display against Stephen Maguire, who failed to produce any sort of form in the opening session.
It wasn’t the classic Maplin UK Championship final we’d been hoping for but the scenes that followed – Ronnie’s daughter Lily standing on the table – will live long in the memory.
It was nice to see this often troubled cueman with a broad smile on his face and holding one of the game’s major trophies aloft once again.
His maximum in the decider of his semi-final against Mark Selby was a slice of sheer genius, an incredible end to an absorbing contest.
The crowds turned out in force during a successful week in Telford and were treated to some excellent snooker. The sponsors should also be commended for their efforts in creating a buzz around the event not just limited to events in the arena.
And O’Sullivan’s capture of the title was the perfect way to mark the 30th anniversary of this great tournament.
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Brilliant performance.
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