The Rocket Ascends: Ronnie O’Sullivan’s 2004 World Championship Triumph
: Despite eventually winning 18–8, O'Sullivan initially trailed 0–5 to Graeme Dott in the first session before staging a massive recovery.
The tournament concluded with a dominant performance by Ronnie O’Sullivan, who defeated Scotland's Graeme Dott in the final. Prize Money Ronnie O’Sullivan (ENG) 18 £250,000 Runner-up Graeme Dott (SCO) Semi-finalists Stephen Hendry , Matthew Stevens Quarter-finalists Joe Perry , David Gray, Anthony Hamilton, Ian McCulloch Key Tournament Highlights World Championship Snooker 2004
: O'Sullivan became only the fourth player to win the World title more than once at the Crucible Theatre.
: In the semi-finals, O'Sullivan delivered a crushing 17–4 defeat to Stephen Hendry . This set a new record for the largest margin of victory in a World Championship semi-final, surpassing Hendry's own 1992 record. : In the semi-finals, O'Sullivan delivered a crushing
: Mark Williams entered as the defending champion but was eliminated in the second round, losing 11–13 to Joe Perry. Notable Records and Debuts
: The tournament featured a total of 55 century breaks at the main stage. The highest break was a 145 compiled by Joe Perry . Notable Records and Debuts : The tournament featured
The (officially the 2004 Embassy World Snooker Championship) was a landmark event in snooker history, held from April 17 to May 3, 2004 , at the iconic Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. The tournament is best remembered for Ronnie O’Sullivan capturing his second world title, solidifying his status as one of the sport's all-time greats while being mentored by six-time champion Ray Reardon. Final Standings and Prize Money
