Ronnie O’Sullivan Dominates Ali Carter 10-2 to Reach Tour Championship Semi-Finals

Ronnie O’Sullivan put on a masterclass performance as he hammered Ali Carter 10-2 to reach the semi-finals of the Tour Championship in Manchester. The victory extended O’Sullivan’s record over Carter to an impressive 19-1, showcasing his dominance over his rival.

O’Sullivan, also known as ‘The Rocket’, raced into a commanding 7-0 lead before Carter managed to claw back a couple of frames. However, O’Sullivan quickly regained control and closed out the match with a flurry of frames to secure his spot in the last four.

The seven-time world champion, who is eyeing his sixth title of the season, will face either Gary Wilson or Zhang Anda in the semi-finals on Friday. O’Sullivan’s performance in the tournament has been nothing short of spectacular, with his focus and determination shining through on the table.

In a post-match interview, O’Sullivan revealed that he had not enjoyed the last two years on the circuit and had sought help from psychiatrist Steve Peters to get his mindset back on track. The 48-year-old admitted that he had “driven himself mad” trying to be perfect all the time and had decided to go back to basics with his thought process.

Despite the challenges he has faced, O’Sullivan’s return to form and renewed focus have been evident in his recent performances. With the possibility of emulating his six-title season from 2000/01, O’Sullivan is determined to continue his winning streak and add more silverware to his already illustrious career.

Fans can expect more thrilling snooker action from O’Sullivan as he looks to cement his legacy as one of the greatest players in the sport’s history.