Shaun Murphy highlighted proof of a “fortnight-long party” at Alexandra Palace as he responded to Ronnie O’Sullivan’s criticism of the Masters snooker venue.
The Rocket, 48, who’s going through Murphy, 41, within the semi-finals at this time, branded Ally Pally “disgusting” and “dirty” following his quarter-final victory over Barry Hawkins. O’Sullivan has beforehand labelled an English Open venue, a leisure centre in Crawley which hosted the match in 2018 and 2019, as a “hellhole” which “smells of urine”. As he slammed Ally Pally, he struggled to consider a UK venue he was keen on.
There isn’t any love misplaced between O’Sullivan and Murphy, who’ve exchanged loads of barbs within the media in recent times. But The Magician partially agreed together with his rival over the situation of Ally Pally, which not too long ago hosted the Paddy Power World Darts Championship with sold-out crowds for greater than two weeks.
READ MORE: Wayne Mardle and Dan Walker ‘joke’ about snooker protection – one week after darts feud
READ MORE: Ronnie O’Sullivan lays into ‘disgusting’ and ‘soiled’ Ally Pally that leaves him repulsed
Join the Daily Star’s WhatsApp for the sexiest headlines, showbiz gossip and plenty extra
The Daily Star is now on WhatsApp and we would like you to hitch us!
Through the app, we’ll ship you the sassiest showbiz tales, some naught headline and a seismic smattering of aliens…together with the most recent breaking information in fact.
To be a part of our group, all you need to do to hitch is click on on this hyperlink, choose ‘Join Chat’ and also you’re in!
No one will be capable to see who has enroll and nobody can ship messages apart from the Daily Star staff. We additionally deal with our group members to competitions, particular provides, promotions, and adverts from us and our companions.
If you don’t like our group, you’ll be able to try any time you want. To go away our group click on on the title on the high of your display and select Exit group. If you’re curious, you’ll be able to learn our Privacy Notice.
“I think it is very difficult to follow an event such as the PDC World Championship, and let’s be absolutely crystal clear, there is evidence of a fortnight-long party that has been in here. There is no getting away from that,” he stated.
However, Murphy additionally defended the north London enviornment and stated O’Sullivan ought to simply get on with it. The 2015 Masters champion added: “But it’s an leisure venue. I’m certain all of them have that in widespread.
What do you consider O’Sullivan’s criticism of Ally Pally? Tell us within the feedback part beneath
(Image: Alex Pantling/Getty Images)
“It’s an outdated constructing, it’s certainly one of our most historic buildings within the nation which we’re proud to have and proud to go to.
“I feel generally you’ve got to watch out what you want for. We have criticised venues prior to now that we now not go to.
(Image: Getty)
“I think this venue is very, very good. Could it be nicer backstage? Yes, of course. Every venue could be nicer backstage. I think this venue is perfect. I hope the event doesn’t move.”