O’Sullivan faces probe after lewd gesture at World Championship

Former world number one Ronnie O’Sullivan could be sanctioned after appearing to make a lewd gesture at the World Snooker Championship. O’Sullivan made the gesture as he walked back to his seat after missing a black in the 13th frame of his 10-5 first...

Former world number one Ronnie O’Sullivan could be sanctioned after appearing to make a lewd gesture at the World Snooker Championship.

O’Sullivan made the gesture as he walked back to his seat after missing a black in the 13th frame of his 10-5 first round victory over David Gilbert on Monday.

“We are aware of the incident and it has been referred to the WPBSA disciplinary committee,” a World Snooker Tour spokesperson said.

Six-time world champion O’Sullivan faces a possible fine over the incident.

The 46-year-old will meet Northern Ireland’s Mark Allen in the second round.

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