Ronnie O’Sullivan has advanced to the quarter-finals of the World Snooker Championship at the Crucible Theatre, after defeating Ryan Day with a score of 13-7. This victory keeps O’Sullivan on track in his quest for an eighth world title. He is set to face either Stuart Bingham or Jack Lisowski in the semi-finals.

O’Sullivan, aged 48, expressed that he has been facing significant anxiety issues, for which he has been taking medication. Despite these challenges, he mentioned that his form and optimism are improving, indicating a renewed belief in his ability to sustain high-level performance.

During his match against Day, O’Sullivan took advantage of his opponent’s mistakes, notably with an impressive break of 85, showcasing his skill and dominance on the table. In reviews, former champion Stephen Hendry highlighted O’Sullivan’s consistent scoring ability, which was evident in crucial moments of his match.

Meanwhile, the tournament at the Crucible continues with intense competition. Kyren Wilson also secured his position in the next round with a 13-6 victory over Joe O’Connor. Other notable performances included Stephen Maguire winning against Shaun Murphy 13-9, and close matches featuring Mark Allen and John Higgins, as well as Stuart Bingham against Jack Lisowski.

The World Snooker Championship proceeds with high expectations as players vie for the prestigious title, with further matches anticipated to include top contenders like John Higgins and Jack Lisowski.