Neil Robertson beat Ronnie O’Sullivan 10-9 in a classic encounter to claim the Saudi Arabia Masters title in Jeddah.
The Australian takes home £500,000 for the 26th ranking title of his career and climbs to third in the world rankings.
It represents another huge step forward in Robertson’s return towards the top of the game.
The 2010 world champion started last season outside the top 16 with his career seemingly spiralling, before he enjoyed success at the English Open and World Grand Prix.
“Can’t explain what this means in words,” said Robertson.
“I am really glad I could be part of something special. Coming into this tournament last year I was 28th in the world looking at provisionally being 40-something. Hopefully my story can inspire younger generations to never give up.
“You get ups and downs in sport and it is not about how far you fall, it is about how far you bounce. I think this probably surpasses the World Championship because I have had to answer a lot of questions.
“To beat Ronnie here with so much on the line is definitely my best ever.”
O’Sullivan’s consolation is a runners-up cheque of £200,000 plus £180,333, which amounts to a two-thirds share of a £50,000 147 bonus and £147,000 for compiling two maximum breaks across snooker’s big four tournaments.
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