Murphy Slams O'Sullivan and Trump for Skipping Media Day

Shaun Murphy has expressed his disappointment with Ronnie O'Sullivan and Judd Trump for not doing enough to promote the sport, following their absence from the official media day before the World Snooker Championship. The duo may face penalties from the governing body for skipping the event, where the top seeds participate in photo shoots and interviews. Murphy stated, 'It's become the norm for them to miss these events, which is unfortunate. They could have done more to promote the game over the years.' O'Sullivan and Trump are set to begin their tournament on Tuesday, with O'Sullivan aiming to become a record eight-time champion. Meanwhile, other top players, including Mark Allen and Zhao Xintong, prepare to start their campaigns, with Allen seeking to improve his Crucible record and Xintong looking to defend his title.