Heartbreak for Ronnie: Robertson Rallies to Clinch Saudi Masters in Final-Frame Thriller
In a match that will long be remembered for its intensity and dramatic swings, Ronnie “The Rocket” O’Sullivan suffered a heartbreaking defeat at the hands of Neil “The Dangerous Kangaroo” Robertson in the 2025 Saudi Arabia Masters final. What seemed to be a coronation for O’Sullivan turned into a nightmare as a late error opened the door for a stunning comeback by the Australian ace.
O’Sullivan had looked poised to add yet another prestigious title to his legendary career, leading for much of the match and seemingly in control. But snooker, as always, can turn on the smallest of mistakes — and this time, it did. A costly misjudgment from Ronnie in the penultimate frame gave Robertson the opening he needed. Sensing opportunity, the Aussie pounced with trademark precision and composure, leveling the match at 9–9 and forcing a nerve-shredding decider.
With the momentum squarely in his corner, Robertson powered through the final frame, sealing a dramatic 10–9 victory that earned him the Saudi Arabia Masters crown, a handsome £500,000 prize (approximately 22 million baht), and 500,000 ranking points.
Though visibly disappointed, O’Sullivan remained gracious in defeat. He walked away with £200,000 (approximately 8.7 million baht) and 200,000 ranking points — a testament to his overall brilliance throughout the tournament, even if the final result slipped agonizingly through his fingers.
For Robertson, this victory marks a remarkable resurgence and another glittering milestone in a storied career, while for O’Sullivan, it’s a stark reminder that even the greatest are not immune to the cruel twists of high-stakes snooker.
