Running

Great read. I am a huge fan of Ronnie O'Sullivan so it's no surprise I like this book, however it is worth reading even if you know nothing about Ronnie O'Sullivan. To read how one man can overcome many obstacles to become what some people call the most naturally gifted snooker player of all time is truly remarkable. Thanks for writing this book Mr. O'Sullivan.

Interesting, written in a little chaos, jumping from one subject to another, some repetition (this same fact said 2-3 times in different moment, chapters), but generally chapters have a close form. Good reading, last chapter, the best, all Ronnie Thoughts during final in 2013. I'm looking forward for similar Barry's reminiscence from the final.

Commentators are always saying that Ronnie O'Sullivan is the only snooker player who can be called a "genius" at the game. This book explains how and why he's so good, not from analyzing snooker play but from hearing about Ronnie himself - his background, his parents, running races as a positive addiction, his personality, and his transformation from self-doubting player with flashes of genius into a man who understands the "chimp" (the emotional side of his mind) and uses rational thought to change the way he reacts to situations. There are gem chapters throughout, such as the one about his self-imposed exile doing volunteer work on a farm. It's really a story of the importance of three Ronnies and their relationships - the snooker genius, his dad, and his son.

This book talks about his running, which I didn't know he started as early as he did, but for the most part, but this book seems to be him wanting to clear the air regarding all the tabloid trash that has been talked about him the last several years. "Ronnie did this, Ronnie did that." So Ronnie writes this book to say "Well this is what really happened here, and here's what I was thinking there." It's interesting enough to fill in some gaps if you're the type who reads the papers. I am a Ronnie "fan", but I suppose the term should be "Talent appreciator". I didn't really gain any insights to greatness or glean any secret recipe to what makes a genuis rise above. Darn. I am at the point in life now where I am no longer interested in what my "heroes" do in their own time or in their own heads. If I like watching Ronnie, I'll watch him, if I like so and so's music, I'll listen to it. Beyond that, it's none of my business and just slows my life down trying to follow someone's life instead of living my own.

I've just finished the reading and found very interesting to be inside the mind of such a champion. What I liked most is the candour with which Ronnie tells his story, the glorious moments as well as the bad ones... His style is unimitable, he writes as he talks. Once I started the book, it was hard for me to stop! Now, I better understand what he has gone through in his life, which reinforces my admiration for this snooker artist.

Interesting read for anyone following British Snooker. Ronnie O'Sullivan has been the bad boy of British Snooker for over 20 years. He has made more century breaks (100 points without a miss) in competition than any other player living or dead and holds the record for maximum breaks (perfect games of 147 points) in competition at 13. Ronnie is a complicated, intelligent and often troubled individual but yet comes across very likable. His second greatest love in life, other than his two adorable children, is running and the book is often more about his running addiction that snooker but snooker fans won't get a short shrift has he has plenty of detailed information about the inside story of professional snooker. I found the book a very enjoyable quick read, having been a snooker and Ronnie fan for several years. There is a wealth of high quality videos of Ronnie playing on YouTube including all his maximums, especially his fastest ever maximum of 5 minutes 20 seconds in 1997 when he was 21. A record that will likely never be matched or beaten. Ronnie doesn't leave anything out, the drugs, the temper tantrums, the depression are all here.

You have the chance to learn about best snooker player's up and down life and his passion about running. Outstanding!

Sounds very honest and natural, like a long chat over a drink. I love how he discusses his uncertainties and psychological challenges. My Chimp sounds a lot like his, so getting to hear how he handles it is great.

Enjoyed reading. Thanks

A must read for any fan of the Rocket! Una lettura obbligatoria per i fan di Ronnie! Molto onesto, molto chiaro nel raccontare le sue cadute ( da suo padre finito in carcere per omicidio al duro divorzio e conseguente battaglia legale per affido bambini) e le sue rinascite, grazie alla corsa e al duro lavoro con lo psicologo sportivo dr Steve.Già di per se é una personalità affascinante, un giocatore di snooker incredibile, preciso e veloce e...spettacolare! Leggere la sua storia me lo rende davvero più caro!

This book is written in what I presume is Ronnie's voice; it certainly gives a window into genius. I think the book is too long and would have worked better as a long essay (I'm sure this would not have been as remunerative). I hope Ronnie is firstly happy and secondly insightful enough to emulate John Higgins rather than Alex Higgins off the table.Worth the read.

A well-written book, full of entertaining insights into the trials, tribulations and triumphs of Ronnie's personal and professional life. An enjoyable read for snooker enthusiasts and for runners as well. Highly recommended.

I read this book whilst cheering Ronnie on as he romped through the Masters tournament on TV, which made his continuing story.very "live". However, you wouldn't have to particularly like snooker, or running, or even sport generally, to find this book a fascinating and extremely readable account of remarkable experience.Unlike many Sports Autobiographies, which can be rather boring - inevitably focused on a person who has mainly done one thing from an early age - there has always been so much more going on in the life of Ronnie O'Sullivan. He talks frankly, but loyally, of his relationship with his father, and of his personal struggles with addiction and clinical depression which have caused some of his apparent public behaviour to have been so misinterpreted by various media commentators over the years.At the age of 38, O'Sullivan is, at last, probably at the peak of his career: playing like the charismatic superstar his talent merits and seemingly having understood and conquered the demons that plagued his younger years. It is a heartwarming and honest accout of triumph over adversity, and an inspiring book for most of us who have, at times, struggled with the pressures of expectations and aspects of life that can feel out of control.