World Snooker statement after player slams conditions that give Ronnie O'Sullivan advantage

Lucian Nemoiu

World Snooker Championship star Barry Hawkins vented his frustration at the Crucible cushions and is worried the table could soon resemble something from a ping-pong match. The Londoner hit out at the bouncy sidebars following his victory over Matthew Stevens and World Snooker have issued a statement. Hawkins triumphed 10-4 , yet still felt uncomfortable with the Table 2 cushions, with his beaten opponent also raising similar concerns after their contest. The Welsh Open champion said: "I don't