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Ronnie O'Sullivan to Compete Against He Guoqiang in World Snooker Championship
The draw for the 2026 World Snooker Championship has been announced, featuring Ronnie O'Sullivan facing debutant He Guoqiang. The match is set to take place at the Crucible, where O'Sullivan aims for his eighth title.
Apr 16, 8:00 AM·1m read2 sources
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Ronnie O'Sullivan will face He Guoqiang in the first round of the 2026 World Snooker Championship. The match is scheduled to take place at the Crucible, a renowned venue for the tournament. He Guoqiang, a debutant from China, will be competing in his first World Snooker Championship.
O'Sullivan, a seven-time winner of the championship, is bidding for an eighth title this year. The 2026 World Snooker Championship draw has been announced, confirming the match-up between O'Sullivan and Guoqiang. O'Sullivan's extensive experience contrasts with Guoqiang's status as a newcomer to the event.
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