Ronnie O'Sullivan Regrets Masters Rant at Carter

Ronnie O'Sullivan has expressed regret over his explosive, expletive-laden rant directed at Ali Carter following their clash at the Masters last year, where he secured his eighth title. O'Sullivan admitted that his comments were 'heat of the moment' and not reflective of a longstanding feud, despite Carter's accusations that O'Sullivan was 'snotting' on the floor. The seven-time world champion acknowledged that he wishes he had responded more diplomatically, stating, 'Do I regret saying it? Probably.' He emphasized that their rivalry is not personal and they only need to meet at the snooker table. As O'Sullivan prepares for a new match against John Higgins at the event's 50th anniversary, he remains focused on the game ahead, while Judd Trump aims for a record-breaking season. O'Sullivan's previous conflicts with Carter, including 'barge-gate' in 2018, underline the tension in their competitive history.