Ronnie O’Sullivan handed brutal group in blockbuster Champion of Champions draw

Ronnie O’Sullivan faces a familiar foe in round one in Leicester (Picture: Getty Images)

Ronnie O’Sullivan narrowly secured a spot in the Champion of Champions but has been rewarded with a very tough group in the blockbuster draw.

The tournament has a unique format as four ‘groups’ are played over four days at the Mattioli Arena in Leicester.

Each afternoon session sees two matches played, with the winners returning in the evening to decide the group winner. Those four successful players move into the semi-finals, played on Friday and Saturday before Sunday’s final.

Champion of Champions brings together winners of events over the last 12...