^The Rocket Blasts Off^

Ronald Antonio "Ronnie" O'Sullivan (born 5 December 1975 in Wordsley, West Midlands), is an English professional snooker player known for his rapid playing style and nicknamed "The Rocket". He has been World Champion on four occasions (2001, 2004, 2008 and 2012), and is second on the all-time prize-money list, with career earnings of over £6 million, behind only Stephen Hendry. O'Sullivan has been the world's no. 1 player on five occasions, has won a total of 24 ranking titles, and is second, again behind Hendry, on the list of competitive century breaks. O'Sullivan has compiled 11 maximum breaks in professional competition, a record which he shares with Hendry.

O'Sullivan is considered by many fans, critics and fellow professionals, including Hendry and Steve Davis, as the most naturally talented player in the history of the game. He has also been involved in a number of controversial incidents during his career.

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