O'Sullivan's Snooker Slump: A Warning Sign or a One Off? Ronnie O'Sullivan's latest setback has raised questions about his enduring dominance on the green baize.
The six time World Champion's early exit from the China Open will have sent shockwaves through the sport, where expectations of a 43 year old player are tempered by the physical demands of the game.
Despite his reputation for adapting to changing circumstances and remaining at the pinnacle of the sport for two decades, O'Sullivan's struggles on the international circuit are accumulating.