World Championship Snooker 2004 Online

: O'Sullivan became only the fourth player to win the World title more than once at the Crucible Theatre.

The 2004 championship remains a significant chapter in the World Snooker Tour , representing the peak of the "modern era" where O'Sullivan began his ascent to matching Stephen Hendry's then-record of seven world titles.

: Mark Williams entered as the defending champion but was eliminated in the second round, losing 11–13 to Joe Perry. Notable Records and Debuts World Championship Snooker 2004

The tournament concluded with a dominant performance by Ronnie O’Sullivan, who defeated Scotland's Graeme Dott in the final. Prize Money Ronnie O’Sullivan (ENG) 18 £250,000 Runner-up Graeme Dott (SCO) Semi-finalists Stephen Hendry , Matthew Stevens Quarter-finalists Joe Perry , David Gray, Anthony Hamilton, Ian McCulloch Key Tournament Highlights

: The tournament featured a total of 55 century breaks at the main stage. The highest break was a 145 compiled by Joe Perry . : O'Sullivan became only the fourth player to

The Rocket Ascends: Ronnie O’Sullivan’s 2004 World Championship Triumph

: Much of O’Sullivan’s tactical discipline during the event was attributed to the coaching of Ray Reardon , nicknamed "Dracula," who helped him refine his "Plan B" safety game. Notable Records and Debuts The tournament concluded with

: In the semi-finals, O'Sullivan delivered a crushing 17–4 defeat to Stephen Hendry . This set a new record for the largest margin of victory in a World Championship semi-final, surpassing Hendry's own 1992 record.