Ronnie's out

Defending champion Ronnie O'Sullivan played down the early concession of a frame as he crashed out of the UK Championship in Telford.

The three-times world champion lost 9-5 to Joe Perry in Telford last night, despite starting the day with a 5-3 advantage.

After losing three frames in a row, the 33-year-old seemed to have lost all interest and conceded the next frame at only 23-0 down to go 7-5 behind.

For full coverage see today's Shropshire Star