Rocket not one for splendid isolation

SNOOKER: World champion Ronnie O’Sullivan has withdrawn from the Championship League because he does not want to stay in isolation at the event.

The tournament is taking place in a bubble environment at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes.

Its format sees players in groups of four so would require further isolation if O’Sullivan (above) progressed to the latter stages, which he is not willing to do.

He was in a group with Li Hang, Alex Borg and Iulian Boiko. His place will now go to John Astley.

RUGBY LEAGUE:

Leeds Rhinos will face Salford Red Devils in the Coral Challenge Cup Final on October 17 at Wembley Stadium after their respective semifinal victories in St Helens yesterday. Leeds comfortably beat Wigan Warriors 26-12 and Salford edged past Warrington Wolves 24-22 in a thrilling encounter.