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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Mark Staniforth

Ronnie O’Sullivan pegged back by qualifier Pang Junxu in Sheffield

PA Wire

Ronnie O’Sullivan’s hopes of cruising into the second round of the World Snooker Championship hang in the balance after an impressive revival by Chinese qualifier Pang Junxu at the Crucible.

The seven-time champion looked set for the convincing victory he craved on the opening day after reeling off the first five frames of their best-of-19 match which will conclude on Saturday evening.

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