Stuart Bingham ends Ronnie O’Sullivan’s hopes at World Snooker Championship; Semi-finals and Final Schedule and Results

Stuart Bingham Ends Ronnie O’Sullivan’s Hopes of Winning Record Eighth World Snooker Championship

In a stunning turn of events at the 2024 World Snooker Championship, Stuart Bingham has ended Ronnie O’Sullivan’s hopes of winning a record eighth title at The Crucible in Sheffield. O’Sullivan, who had equalled Stephen Hendry’s record of seven Crucible crowns in 2022, was knocked out in the quarter-finals by Bingham in a thrilling match.

The Rocket had been on a collision course with Judd Trump in the semi-finals, but Trump was surprisingly defeated 13-9 by Welsh qualifier Jack Jones. This unexpected result has shaken up the tournament and set the stage for an exciting semi-final lineup.

The semi-finals, which will be played in a best-of-33 frames format from May 2 to May 4, will feature David Gilbert facing off against Kyren Wilson, and Jak Jones taking on Stuart Bingham. The final, a best-of-35 frames match, is scheduled for May 5-6, with the finalists yet to be determined.

The World Snooker Championship has seen its fair share of upsets and surprises, with top players facing tough competition from underdogs. The tournament format, which includes rounds of varying frame lengths, adds to the drama and intensity of the matches.

As the championship progresses, fans can expect more thrilling snooker action and nail-biting moments as the players compete for the prestigious title and a substantial prize purse. With the likes of Bingham, Wilson, Gilbert, and Jones in the mix, anything can happen on the green baize at The Crucible. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from the 2024 World Snooker Championship.