💨 Abstract

Kyren Wilson, the defending World Snooker Champion, was eliminated in the opening round by debutant Lei Peifan. Reflecting on his loss, Wilson acknowledged that a packed schedule might have affected his performance. Following advice from Ronnie O'Sullivan, Wilson plans to take a step back to maintain his enjoyment and hunger for the game. Known as the "Crucible curse," Wilson's loss highlights the historical difficulty of retaining the World Championship title for first-time winners.

Courtesy: www.thesun.co.uk