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O'Sullivan: Pondering a break

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Steve Davis believes Ronnie O'Sullivan will add to his haul of three world snooker titles.

However, six-time world champion Davis admits that the outcome of The Rocket's summer disciplinary hearing will have some impact on whether he decides to take a break from the game.

O'Sullivan will appear before the WPBSA in relation to his lewd outburst during the recent China Open.

A fine or even a suspension are possible sanctions that could be imposed against the 32-year-old, who wrapped up an 18-8 win over Ali Carter on Monday evening.

Afterwards he reiterated his assertion that he may take a break from the game, but should he do so Davis expects him to return to the Crucible and win more titles.

Realistic aim

"I think there is the possibility of Ronnie winning more world titles," said Davis.

"There are good players around. There is only one tournament a year that is the World Championship. Four titles is very realistic and so is five.

"It is down to Ronnie and how much he wants to play the game.

"I think he will be back next year but it does give our authorities a slight dilemma, the fact there is a disciplinary hearing coming up during the summer.

"He is the crowd favourite and they'd love him to come back."

O'Sullivan admitted after his win he was once again in two minds about his future.

"I'd like to win more world titles. It is quite well documented I struggle with the game and myself and sometimes this week I was thinking 'If I win this, wouldn't it be nice to go out on a high as world champion?"' he said.

"I'm going to need some time to think over the summer because I'm world number one, world champion, UK champion. It might be a good time to have a bit of a break.

"There is nothing better than going out on a high. I hope to be back next year, I really do. If not, then I've had a great time and loved the support everyone has given me. It has been fantastic."