Saudi Snooker Masters organisers have faced further embarrassment after Ronnie O'Sullivan, the only player attracting crowds, was eliminated from the tournament
Saudi Snooker Masters organisers are concerned about low attendance for the remaining matches after Ronnie O'Sullivan's elimination.
However, the effort to promote the sport in the Gulf nation has fallen short, as low attendance has remained a persistent issue. Empty seats have been a major talking point in Riyadh, as crowds have been almost non-existent aside from during O'Sullivan's matches, with viral images of the sparsely filled stands likely causing significant embarrassment for the organisers.
World No. 1 Trump has also added to the controversy, criticising the tournament and suggesting its large prize pool could unfairly distort the rankings.
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