Snooker news - Third consecutive Shanghai final for Ronnie O'Sullivan

Ronnie O'Sullivan enjoyed a resplendent evening session in the Shanghai Masters semi-final against Neil Robertson - moving into the final there for the third year in succession.

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O'Sullivan edged into the lead twice in the morning, but two magnificent century breaks levelled things up for Robertson, who finished the session 5-4 up.

However, he found himself facing even bigger problems when his cue-tip disintegrated in the sixth frame - but played on regardless.

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O'Sullivan was resurgent in the evening, though, rolling through four frames in succession to give himself a 9-5 advantage.

The Australian stayed in touch but O'Sullivan was not to be denied, wrapping it up 10-6 to secure his place in the final against Shaun Murphy on Sunday.

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