O'Sullivan's season has been disappointing. Without a major title for 19 months and no single match victory since November his world ranking has plummeted to 10.
On the back of all the bluster and retirement threats, the time has come for the latest drama to unfold on the sport's biggest stage. Will the Sheffield baize spark new life into the spluttering 'Rocket'?
"His frustrated fans will be desperately hoping he will pick himself off the floor for the Crucible," says Steve Davis. "These championships may be enough to switch the switch. All eyes are on him and enough questions and doubts have arisen. This could be the catalyst for Ronnie to knuckle down.
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