Ronnie is in Chengdu, with Jason Francis and his friend Robin Huxley…

Here are some images from their trip and arrival, including some cultural and gastronomical stuff ..

Ronnie’s first match in Chengdu was against John Higgins. John beat him by 5-3. Ronnie, apparently wasn’t feeling too well and was 4-0 behind at the MSI, so it’s not that bad a result.

Here is a report on the match – (Automatic translation)

“Rocket” is coming! Snooker big names gather in Chengdu to give wonderful performances｜Photo Gallery

2024-05-18 23:42:34 Source: Cover News  Sichuan  

Photo report by cover news reporter Chen Yuxiao

“Rocket” O’Sullivan appeared and became extremely popular

“Rocket” is coming! On May 18, Chengdu welcomed a number of big names in the snooker world. “Rocket” O’Sullivan, Higgins, Trump, and Zhang Anda all appeared at the Sichuan Provincial Stadium for a two-day exhibition match.

O’Sullivan vs. Higgins duel

O’Sullivan stuck out his tongue at his mistake

“Rocket” versus “Wizard”

The gathering of big names attracted fans from all over the country and even abroad to watch the game. In the afternoon, Trump and Zhang Anda had a duel, and the climax came in the evening, when the Scottish “Wizard” Higgins and “Rocket” O’Sullivan started a PK. In the second game, Higgins broke 100 in a single stroke and cleared the stage with one stroke, which was a feast for the eyes of the fans in the audience.

O’Sullivan

“Rocket” O’Sullivan is not feeling well today

“Rocket” O’Sullivan during the game

O’Sullivan felt bad today and ultimately lost 3-5. However, winning or losing this game is not important. In the last game, the two staged a wonderful snooker tug-of-war, and their exquisite stick skills made the fans hooked.

Higgins hits the ball

Higgins

Higgins shakes hands with fans

Today happens to be Higgins’s birthday. After the game, his wife, accompanied by the “Giant Panda”, gave him a birthday cake. All the fans sang “Happy birthday to you” to congratulate him on his 49th birthday. The scene Warm.

“Giant Panda” celebrates Higgins’ birthday

Tomorrow, the game will continue, Higgins will face Trump, and O’Sullivan will stage a “Ding Olympic Games” with Ding Junhui.

Happy birthday John Higgins!

And some more pictures shared on Weibo by fans at the event

Big thanks to Kalacs for sharing this article as well as the pictures! Especially as I have difficulties accessing Weibo at the moment and his help is even more precious than ever! Thank you!!!