ROCKET SCIENCE

Robertson backs Ronnie to find winning formula

- SHANE MCDERMOTT

Ronnie NEIL ROBERTSON believes O'Sullivan can still win this year's World Championship - despite not playing since January.

"The Rocket' will be gunning for a record eighth Crucible crown when the showpiece kicks off on Saturday.

But doubt remains over the world No.5's ability to rock up and take home the trophy due to a lack of match sharpness following his extended break after snapping a cue in anger three months ago.

But Robertson (inset) feels O'Sullivan will be confident he can win the tournament given he defended his title in 2013 after not playing for a whole year.