Ronnie O'Sullivan claimed a record seventh UK Championship in York on Sunday with a 10-6 victory over Mark Allen.
O'Sullivan reeled off six successive frames to take control of the final, and although Allen battled valiantly he could not stop the Englishman defending his title.
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Victory moves O'Sullivan to 19 World, UK and Masters trophies in his career, moving him past Stephen Hendry for 'Triple Crown' events.
A break of 78 sealed the title for O'Sullivan, who will now have his sights set on reaching 1,000 career century-breaks, the 43-year-old having moved to 986 with a 101 in frame two.
— World Snooker (@WorldSnooker) December 9, 2018
Ronnie O'Sullivan wins a record 7th UK title, pocketing the £170k top prize!
He's now won an incredible £531k this season! #baizeofglory @betway pic.twitter.com/dV0dQGveWB
