Ronnie O’Sullivan criticises ‘disgusting’ Alexandra Palace venue before Masters semi-final

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ronnie O’Sullivan has hit out at iconic London venue Alexandra Palace, saying it is “disgusting” and playing there makes him “feel ill”. But O’Sullivan is not impressed by playing at Alexandra Palace and said after his 6-3 win over Barry Hawkins on Thursday: “I just don’t like this place. The World Snooker Tour said other players have “spoken with unanimous positivity” about playing at Alexandra Palace, while a spokesperson for the venue said it is “proud of the overwhelming positive feedback the venue has received in recent years”. O’Sullivan made the comments after his win against Barry Hawkins on Thursday The WST said in a statement: "We work alongside Alexandra Palace to provide the best possible conditions for players on and off the table.