That is, at least, what the guy himself says, having defeated Zhou Yuelong 6-2 on Tuesday (February 20) in the Players Championship. O’Sullivan, 48, advanced to the Telford quarterfinals and needs just three more victories to increase his 2024 prize money to £125,000.
To his opponents, some of whom could consider a match against ‘The Rocket’ to be the greatest moment of their professional careers, it is somewhat insulting. For O’Sullivan, though, it’s just an opportunity to get some fresh air and stretch his legs.
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For the seven-time world champion, “it’s just a day out really,” he said to ITV. “I simply like traveling, making reservations at my Airbnb, working out, running, and fitting in a few frames of snooker—it’s almost like a little paid practice,” the author says.
The seasoned competitor is back in action this week after suffering from “stage fright” and missing the most recent Welsh Open. He seems to be back to his most self-assured self as he pursues his third Players Championship title in spite of the shock.
O’Sullivan also stated that he didn’t require the recent break to refuel. Rather, he’s just trying to get things checked off his list and maximize his personal time while on tour.
