Potential Breakaway Circuit in Snooker: O’Sullivan Approached by Far East Backers

Snooker superstar Ronnie O’Sullivan has hinted at his interest in a potential breakaway circuit in the sport, similar to the LIV-style tour that has attracted some of the world’s best golfers away from established tours. O’Sullivan, who recently signed a deal to play in WST events in Saudi Arabia for the next three years, expressed his openness to the idea of a new tour if the opportunity arose.

During a press conference following his second-round win over Ryan Day, O’Sullivan expressed his excitement at the prospect of a lucrative offer to play on a parallel tour, stating, “I wouldn’t mind getting a phone call saying ‘here, do you want £600million to play for three years?’ I’d love that phone call, wouldn’t you?”

While the WST has relaxed its rules to allow contracted players to appear in other events, the scale of the potential Far East tour would make it impossible for players to commit to both circuits. When asked about players leaving to join a rival tour, O’Sullivan remained neutral, stating, “Each to their own. Everyone’s got to do what they’ve got to do.”

As O’Sullivan continues his quest for another World Championship title, he remains focused on his own goals and what he wants from the sport. With his eyes set on success and his future in the game, O’Sullivan’s willingness to explore new opportunities could pave the way for an exciting chapter in the world of snooker.