Ronnie O’Sullivan should withdraw over Crucible crowd concerns – Judd Trump

Judd Trump (right) branded Ronnie O’Sullivan (left) and Anthony Hamilton “selfish” for not pulling out earlier.

Defending champion Judd Trump has told title rival Ronnie O’Sullivan he should join qualifier Anthony Hamilton in withdrawing from this year’s World Snooker Championship if he harbours genuine coronavirus concerns.

Hamilton, a chronic asthmatic, pulled out on Thursday citing health fears, following O’Sullivan’s claim that the sport’s top stars are being treated like “lab rats” over the decision to allow a limited of number of spectators into the tournament.