2014 World Championship - Discussion

[Evilbrain]

Ronnie deserved to lose that didn't look like his fluid self congrats Selby.

[cyberheater]

So disappointed. I don't suppose Ronnie will break Hendry's record now.

[Ronnie's tip]

So disappointed. I don't suppose Ronnie will break Hendry's record now.

It was always unrealistic. He'd have had to win 5 in a row. I'll be surprised if he gets to 7 because like it or not, his game will drop soon enough. Hopefully he can get to 6.

[monkeytennis]

It was agonising to watch as a Ronnie fan but fair play to Mark Selby, he did what he had to and held his nerve until the end. Well done!

[Billy]

I know the majority of support was for O'Sullivan, but the subdued applause and celebration for Selby's win was more than a little disappointing.

Well done, Mark! Very worthy winner

[nYLo]

As crucial as this pink this afternoon midght have been, i think Ronnie lost the match yesterday, when he couldnt get a bigger lead. Should have been at least 11-6 really. But t hat shows, that Ronnie just didnt play his best and i think that applies to the entire tournament.

Luck played some part as well, i think you cant argue that he overall had the better run of the balls.

[richo]

Disappointed, but he didn't play anywhere near last years standard, and Selby dug in with good tactical play. I doubt Selby will wit in again, so congrats to him, it's a massive achievement.

Trump next year I fancy.

[cebs]

Pleased for Selby as he is a nice guy and his promise to his dad is filled now.

From 10-5 he won 13-4, which is good going and Ronnie said it he was just beat all over the table and couldn't cope today.

Until the final I thought he had the game to beat Selby in grind mode but didn't make the most of yesterday I suppose.

Shame as would have loved to see him make 6 and 7 titles, still time though.

[Mihkelj]

Damn, I expected Ronnie's defeat after yesterday and having written my last post in advance... Still almost teared up during Ronnie's interview.

Still. Hey, it's a new world champion, and a great one at that.

[narl]

Oh the refs get a prize now, nice to see

[stephenm2682]

Oh well, another pointless answer for one time world champions question!

[cyberheater]

Now that I've calmed down a bit I wish to congratulate Selby. I'm not a fan of his style of play but I do admire he total commitment to the game and his ability on the table. Well done Selby. You deserved it.

[Ronnie's tip]

Selby's career is pretty incredible when you look at his record.

World Champion
UK Champion
Masters Champion x3
Welsh Open
Wuxxi Classic
PTC x5

[Valiullin]

Meh. All interest gone now.

[gazza147]

Gotta say Ronnie just didnt Turn up today at all, i know Selby Bored him to death but Ronnie still had plenty of Chances and that Easy Pink Miss to take Lead i think got to Ronnie big style what a silly Mistake/Miss.