O'Sullivan eyes record eighth world title as Crucible looms
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O'Sullivan eyes record eighth world title as Crucible looms

The Rocket is in vintage form heading into Sheffield, and rivals are already calling him the man to beat.

James Hartley·May 14, 2026·6 min read
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