Jimmy White criticizes defending world champion Luca Brecel’s attitude and form

Snooker legend Jimmy White has expressed his frustration with defending world champion Luca Brecel, who has struggled to maintain his form since his surprise victory at the Crucible last year.

Brecel, who had never advanced past the first round in his previous 11 attempts, shocked the snooker world when he defeated Mark Selby in a thrilling final to claim the World Snooker Championship title. Known for his flamboyant shots and carefree attitude, Brecel quickly became a fan favorite on the tour.

However, White believes that Brecel’s attitude has been holding him back and that he needs to make some changes in order to succeed. The snooker icon admitted that there are times when he wants to shake Brecel and tell him to “fast forward” and seize the moment.

Despite Brecel’s struggles, Ronnie O’Sullivan remains a favorite to win his record eighth world crown. O’Sullivan, who has already won the other two Triple Crown events this season, is in top form and is determined to add another title to his collection.

As Brecel prepares to face off against Dave Gilbert in the first round, White doubts whether the Belgian has what it takes to challenge O’Sullivan. He also expressed skepticism about qualifier Jackson Page’s chances against the snooker legend.

With the World Snooker Championship underway, all eyes will be on Brecel as he looks to rediscover his winning form and defend his title against a field of talented competitors. Fans will be eagerly watching to see if Brecel can rise to the occasion and prove his doubters wrong.