by Skullman » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Andre147 PGC wrote:Meanwhile Walker going well v Mags, an upset on the cards?
He's only 2-1 up.
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by Skullman » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Hope Ronnie finishes this off so we can have the real match of the afternoon on.
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by Sickpotter » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Blavdes wrote:Must be horrible for Ronnie 'dislikers' to hear the commentators jizz over him as he demolishes opponents.
edit: the filters on here smh
You don't have to be a "disliker" to get annoyed with fawning coverage....bothers me when they do it for any player....kinda like when they suggest a max after the first red is made
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by Skullman » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Thorne criticising other players for not getting over the line easily
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by Skullman » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Ronnie through 4-1.
What are the odds his opening statement in the studio'll be 'I'd like to congratulate Ricky on a great tournament and a great season' etc etc.
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by Holden Chinaski » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Nice to see Ronnie sign some autographs after the match.
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by Andre147 » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Skullman wrote:Ronnie through 4-1.
What are the odds his opening statement in the studio'll be 'I'd like to congratulate Ricky on a great tournament and a great season' etc etc.
His post-match line for the past 2 years
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by Snooker Overdrive » 27 Feb 2014 Read
That's 2 very good performances in a row by Ronnie. I would love him to win the title this week.
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by Skullman » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Shame bookies don't offer odds on that.
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by TheRocket » 27 Feb 2014 Read
I watched that match, was good stuff but Ronnie still is a couple of inches away from his Masters form. Trump and Higgins could be dangerous for him, Higgins because of the mental scars of the last 4-5 years. You know, it wouldn't surprise me if Ronnie's level suddenly drops when he's playing Higgins.
The last time he played his best game against Higgins was at the 2005 Masters.
And Trump could be even more dangerous if he's takin his chances and producing one visit stuff. Ronnie still favourite for me in both matches but it will be harder for the Rocket than the last matches. That's for sure.
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by Skullman » 27 Feb 2014 Read
NHS should get Ronnie to promote healthy living and exercise. There are some people who would jump off a bridge if he told them to.
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by Andre147 » 27 Feb 2014 Read
TheRocket wrote:I watched that match, was good stuff but Ronnie still is a couple of inches away from his Masters form. Trump and Higgins could be dangerous for him, Higgins because of the mental scars of the last 4-5 years. You know, it wouldn't surprise me if Ronnie's level suddenly drops when he's playing Higgins.
The last time he played his best game against Higgins was at the 2005 Masters.
And Trump could be even more dangerous if he's takin his chances and producing one visit stuff. Ronnie still favourite for me in both matches but it will be harder for the Rocket than the last matches. That's for sure.
I will definately prefer a Higgins v Ronnie match, but I agree with you, he hasn't played that well against him for almost 10 years and that's strange to say the least, he has a mental block against Higgins especially when he gets close to the winning line and that's why I want them both to meet and Ronnie beating him of course.
If it's Trump it'll be a repeat of their meeting in the quarters here in 2012, Ronnie won that 5-3 and it was a very good match
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by Andre147 » 27 Feb 2014 Read
But now the tie of the round:
Higgins v Trump
Trump for some reason isn't confortable when playing Higgins, and although Higgins has shown signs of coming back to form, I think Trump will win this match 4-3.
Mind you, I'll be rooting for Higgins.
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by Snooker Overdrive » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Andre147 PGC wrote:If it's Trump it'll be a repeat of their meeting in the quarters here in 2012, Ronnie won that 5-3 and it was a very good match
At the moment Ronnie will be a clear favourite (unlike 2 years ago) against Trump. Since Judd stopped being so aggressive, he became less dangerous. Ronnie's game is superior to Trump's in every department except long potting.
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by Andre147 » 27 Feb 2014 Read
What did Ronnie say in the studio apart from the usual first line?
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by Skullman » 27 Feb 2014 Read
NB 1pm
Stephen Maguire 2-2 Joel Walker
Ricky Walden 1-4 Ronnie O'Sullivan
NB 2pm
Scott Donaldson v Ding Junhui
Judd Trump v John Higgins TV
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by Skullman » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Andre147 PGC wrote:What did Ronnie say in the studio apart from the usual first line?
Talked about running. Said he's not entering many foreign tournaments anymore, not his thing. Was complimentary about Ding and Judd. Said he was glad Robbo was out, made things easier for him.
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by Skullman » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Will be interesting to see how Judd plays today.
There might be some mental scars as Higgins is the only player to have faced Judd at his very best and still win.
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by Sickpotter » 27 Feb 2014 Read
TheRocket wrote:I watched that match, was good stuff but Ronnie still is a couple of inches away from his Masters form.
You're doomed to disappointment if you expect ROS to produce that kind of snooker every time
IMO the form he showed during the Masters is an example of exceptional form and unlikely to repeat with any great frequency.
Good showing from Ronnie, certain to be a favourite but Higgins/Trump both capable (IMO Higgins more so) of doing a number on him. IMO the winner of the ROS - HIggins/Trump takes the title.
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by rocketronnie147 » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Higgins vs Trump.....here we go
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by Ayrshirebhoy » 27 Feb 2014 Read
C'mon Higgins!!
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by TheRocket » 27 Feb 2014 Read
nervy start by Trump.
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by Skullman » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Would have been funny if Judd did a Poomjaeng there.
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by Skullman » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Amazing how John's messed up position twice but still manages to find the baulk cushion with every safety.
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by Andy Spark » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Well done Rocket,
he seems to be making a habit of comfortable wins lately. Ominous for the World title. With Robertson, Ding, Ronnie and possibly Trump it's looking like being a relatively closed World Championship.
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by TheRocket » 27 Feb 2014 Read
When does the match Ronnie vs Trump/Higgins start tomorrow?
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by Skullman » 27 Feb 2014 Read
Order of play hasn't been decided yet.
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