Hat-trick close for O'Sullivan

Ronnie O’Sullivan is poised to join a select band if he completes his demolition of outsider Ali Carter during today’s conclusion of the 888.com World Championship final at the Crucible theatre.

Hat-trick close for O'Sullivan
Mon, 05 May, 2008 - 10:18

Ronnie O’Sullivan is poised to join a select band if he completes his demolition of outsider Ali Carter during today’s conclusion of the 888.com World Championship final at the Crucible theatre.

The Rocket is set to become only the eighth player to win more than two world titles after establishing an 11-5 overnight lead in the best-of-35-frames showdown.

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