Wayne Rooney has called for a sportsperson to be knightedWayne Rooney has called for snooker legend Ronnie O’Sullivan to receive a knighthood. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT“In my opinion, he should be Sir Ronnie O’Sullivan,” he said on The Wayne Rooney Show. “Ronnie O’Sullivan, for what he’s done for snooker and the titles he’s won, going over to different countries as well doing it, he should be knighted. Ronnie O'Sullivan has enjoyed a legendary snooker career“My number one is, it’s controversial but, for me, I absolutely love him, it’s Ronnie O’Sullivan,” Rooney explained. Read our Privacy PolicyO’Sullivan is set to participate in the 2026 World Snooker Championship later this month and is the 12th seed at the tournament.

Source: Express April 07, 2026 09:46 UTC