Ronnie O'Sullivan punches table after being knocked out on day one of UK Snooker Championship

Maria Sandu

Eight-time and defending champion Ronnie O’Sullivan crashed out on the opening day of the UK Championship after a 6-4 defeat to Barry Hawkins in York. Hawkins reeled off four frames in a row to haul back a 4-2 deficit and clinch only his third win over O’Sullivan in 21 career attempts. It was a remarkable revival by the 45-year-old, who compiled four consecutive half-centuries that left his illustrious opponent stuck in his seat for three straight frames. “I just think Barry played a good match

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