Ronnie O’Sullivan makes history with 153 break

His rapid start paved the way for a dominant 5-0 victory as O’Sullivan stormed into the semi-finals in China.

Ronnie O’Sullivan made the highest break in professional snooker with a 153 in China. Pic: Danny Lawson/PA

Ronnie O’Sullivan made the highest break in professional snooker by hitting a 153 at the World Open.

The 50-year-old achieved the feat after leaving quarter-final opponent Ryan Day in a snooker at the start of the opening frame and the Welshman’s failed attempt to get out of it handed O’Sullivan a free ball.