Rocket backs Crucible to retain sport’s crown jewel

RONNIE O’SULLIVAN is calling for the World Snooker Championships to remain at the Crucible Theatre.

There are fears that the days of the tournament being staged in Sheffield could be numbered after more than a quarter of a century.

Former World Snooker board member Jim Chambers revealed earlier in the week that discussions have taken place at board level regarding the possibility of eventually moving the tournament overseas.