Ronnie O’Sullivan, the snooker legend, made history by achieving the highest break ever recorded in a professional snooker match with a remarkable 153 against Ryan Day. This exceptional performance took place during the World Open in Yushan, China. O’Sullivan’s outstanding form led him to defeat Matthew Selt and Shaun Murphy, securing a spot in the quarter-final against Day.
In a dazzling display, nicknamed ‘The Rocket,’ O’Sullivan set a new record by scoring 153 in the opening frame against Day, surpassing the previous record of 148 held by Jamie Burnett. The 50-year-old executed a flawless 16-red clearance after being granted a free ball, allowing him to clear the table with precision.
During the break, O’Sullivan potted flawlessly, coming close to achieving a total maximum of 155. Despite a slight deviation on one shot, he maintained composure and settled for the pink ball instead of aiming for the black. With skillful play, O’Sullivan potted the final six colors after sinking the last red, reaching the historic 153 break.
Although Day applauded O’Sullivan’s exceptional performance, the latter seemed astonished after achieving the record-breaking break. Commentators and spectators alike were in awe of the feat. This achievement by O’Sullivan surpasses Burnett’s previous record of 148 set during the UK Championship qualifiers in 2004.
O’Sullivan’s recent success marks a turnaround in his 2025/26 season, as he now leads 4-0 against world No.36 Day, positioning himself for a spot in the semi-final at the World Open. The snooker world is abuzz with excitement over O’Sullivan’s remarkable achievement in the sport.
