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O'Sullivan plays down chances

Ronnie O'Sullivan insists he isn't getting carried away after his first-round victory over Marcus Campbell at the World Championships.

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Rocket lifts off at Crucible

Ronnie O'Sullivan showed a little rust but it was largely superficial as he set about the defence of his World title in impressive style.

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Lisowski finds the tough going

Jack Lisowski's much-anticipated Crucible debut fell flat as the highly-rated youngster found it tough going on snooker's most famous stage.

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O'Sullivan ready for adventure

Ronnie O'Sullivan will be taking nothing for granted as he defends his Betfair World Championship title.

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Selby quietly optimistic of glory

Mark Selby believes he can blindside the Ronnie O'Sullivan Show and triumph at the World Championship to complete snooker's 'Triple Crown'.

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Hearn: Rocket is no saviour

Ronnie O'Sullivan will be celebrated as a returning hero when he begins the defence of his World Championship title on Saturday.

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Crucible place thrills McManus

Alan McManus is delighted to have qualified for this year's World Championship in Sheffield.

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O'Sullivan gets creative boost

Ronnie O'Sullivan has revealed artist Damien Hirst was a major factor behind his decision to return to snooker

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Murphy: Don't write off Rocket

Shaun Murphy believes snooker has to take the rough with the smooth where Ronnie O'Sullivan is concerned.

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Lisowski ready for big stage

Jack Lisowski is determined to make a big impression when he makes his debut at the World Championship thisweekend.

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Ronnie ready for his reality show

Ronnie O'Sullivan admits he is uncertain whether his comeback in defence of his World Snooker title at the Crucible will be a success.

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Ronnie just wants to have fun

Ronnie O'Sullivan admits it would be a 'fairytale dream' if he marked his return to professional snooker by retaining the World Championship.

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