English snooker legend Ronnie O’Sullivan won his eighth UK championship title on Sunday, which he won without much motivation, he admitted.enjoy having breakfast more» what to play.

O’Sullivan became the oldest winner of the UK Championships in York this weekend, thirty years after winning his first title in the event at the age of 17.

At almost 48 years old – he will turn 48 on Tuesday – the native of Wordsley beat the Chinese Ding Junhui (10-7).

Legend in his discipline, especially for his speed and because he is perfectly ambidextrous, O’Sullivan remained discreet after his success, admitting that it did not have the same flavor as his previous victories and that he had even had difficulty motivating himself.

“It’s great to win and I’m doing my best, but it’s not the same enthusiasm as a few years ago when I won my first world, British and Masters titles.“, He explained.

“Make no mistake, it’s still fun and a job well done, but I have more fun going for a morning run or having breakfast with my friend.“he added.

“The rocket» he even admitted that “during the match” Sunday “I told myself I didn’t want to, that I’d rather sit on my bed and watch some Netflix. This is how I often feel“.

Thanks to this eighth title in the United Kingdom Championship, O’Sullivan, comfortably installed at the top of the world rankings, enriches his record with a 22nd title in the Triple Crown tournaments, which brings together the three most prestigious tournaments of the world. billiards (world championship, Masters and UK Championship).