SHAUN MURPHY has admitted “we’re close to the top” if dealing with his rivals grow to be like “taking part in PlayStation on God mode”.
The previous world champion was destroyed 5-1 by Joe O’Connor on the World Open final month.
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O’Connor, 29, landed breaks of 135, 132 and 100 within the match as he went on to make the ultimate, dropping to John Higgins 10-6.
Murphy was stuffed with reward for his opponent and hinted it will be time for him to hold up his cue if that turns into the extent required to win high titles.
The Masters winner advised the Onefourseven podcast: “In Yushan, Joe was completely ridiculous.
“If we’ve reached the stage the place each time a participant sees a pot then they’re going to pot it and clear up each time, then I believe we’re close to the top. Gamers are beginning to full snooker.
“Because the challenges of the sport, they’re beginning to work it out and they’re beginning to full it. It’s like taking part in a cheat code.
“I keep in mind, in that match towards Joe O’Connor in Yushan, I sat in my chair and stated to myself it was like taking part in the PlayStation on God mode.
“There have been a number of occasions I walked away from the desk and there was one pink free from the pack and he cleared up. Repeatedly.
“You’ll be able to see sure gamers who burst on tour right away, some you watch who by no means get it and a few, like Joe, you’ll be able to see them getting that little bit stronger.
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“You’ll be able to see them bringing their follow recreation, extra of their home-based follow routines and the best way they strike the ball away from occasions. They create in additional of that each week to the sector.
“I believe Joe is the true deal, he’s the complete bundle. A correct snooker participant who doesn’t appear intimidated by anybody. He’s acquired nice composure.”
Leicester born O’Connor has climbed to No31 on this planet rankings.
In addition to defeating Murphy, he has overwhelmed Kyren Wilson and Judd Trump inside the final yr.
