'Most dramatic frame of World Championship' - Ronnie O'Sullivan with 'extraordinary' clear-up v John Higgins

Ronnie O'Sullivan was at the very peak of his powers as he pounced on an error from John Higgins to clear the table in the most extraordinary fashion in their World Championship semi-final. The 46-year-old won five frames in succession, including a stunning re-spot on the final black of the session, to assume a 10-6 lead over his old rival in their 'Clasico' clash, but it was the manner of his clear-up that was truly memorable.

Ad/> Following an unfortunate miss from Higgins, the Rocket compiled a quite outrageous and masterful break of 43, with the penultimate red and following black immediately hailed by Eurosport's experts, both in the commentary booth and the studio. /> World Championship'Two best shots I've ever seen at World Championship back-to-back' — McManus on O'SullivanAN HOUR AGO «Surely the most dramatic frame of the World Championship so far,» declared Dave Hendon on commentary at the time.

«Extraordinary!» «What drama — goodness me!» responded Neal Foulds. «How on earth has he cleared those from the positioning of the two reds?» In the studio, Jimmy White and Alan McManus were left absolutely stunned by the genius of their friend on the very biggest stage the sport has to offer.

«Unbelievable. The red and black are the two best shots I have ever seen in a [semi] final of the World Championship back-to-back,» McManus said.

«He has got no business even attempting this. Unbelievable, and he has still got so much to do.» 'Is that alright?!' — O'Sullivan complains to referee, pleads with fans over distraction 'It's legal' — Unusual O'Sullivan jump shot clears balls in surprise moment 'Like Federer and Nadal' — White compares O'Sullivan and Higgins to tennis legends White added: «Genius at work! He sees some