Ronnie O'Sullivan Withdraws from the 2025 British Open: Medical Issue Cited.

According to The Sun: Ronnie O'Sullivan has withdrawn from the 2025 British Open.

The best players in the world will gather in Cheltenham for the fifth ranking tournament of the season, which will take place from September 22 to 28.

49-year-old O'Sullivan was set to start his first match against Sanderson Lam in a qualifying game scheduled for Monday evening.

Unfortunately, he has withdrawn from the tournament, and his decision has been confirmed.

Why is Ronnie O'Sullivan Not Playing in the 2025 British Open?

O'Sullivan's last match was a final defeat at the Saudi Masters to Neil Robertson on August 16.

After that, he decided to skip the Wuhan Open and withdraw from the English Open, even though the event took place just a few miles from where he grew up in Brentwood.

The reasons for O'Sullivan's withdrawal from the British Open have not been disclosed and are related to his health.

He currently resides in Dubai, having moved from Essex, and recently shared a video of himself working out at the gym on his Instagram.

How Can You Watch the 2025 British Open?

• Fans can watch all matches for free.
• The tournament will be broadcast on ITV.
• This is the last chance to watch the competition on ITV, as next year's broadcasting rights have been acquired by Channel 5.

What is the Prize Fund for the 2025 British Open?

Winner: £100,000Runner-up: £45,000Semi-finalists: £20,000Quarter-finalists: £12,000Last 16: £9,000Last 32: £6,000Last 64: £3,000Highest Break: £5,000Total: £502,000

This competition is also known as the 'FA Cup of Snooker' as players are drawn from a hat without seeding in each round.

O'Sullivan's withdrawal from the British Open has raised concerns among snooker fans. His absence from such a significant tournament will undoubtedly impact his fellow competitors and the overall interest in the event. More details about the player's health status and his future plans for the season are expected in the coming days.