Commentator praises Ronnie O’Sullivan’s reaction after crashing out of World Open to arch-rival [Video]

RONNIE O’SULLIVAN was praised for his reaction after losing to his arch-nemesis.

The legend, 48, was sent crashing out of the World Open by Hossein Vafaei this morning.

Ronnie O’Sullivan was praised for his reaction after losing to Hossein VafaeiCredit: X @eurosport

The pair, who have been rivals since 2022, clashed today at the World OpenCredit: X @eurosport

The Rocket offered him a handshake and a hug after his lossCredit: X @eurosport

O’Sullivan then exited to let his arch-nemesis revel in his triumphCredit: X @eurosport

The seven-time World Championship winner’s miss on the black to win the match in the final frame proved costly as the Iranian capitalised and progressed to the quarters.

The two men have been involved in a long-running feud after first clashing in 2022.

However, there did not appear to be any bad blood after O’Sullivanblew the chance to win the match after he pocketed a brilliant red, but then …

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