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In professional snooker, several players have been honored with titles and awards that add formal distinctions to their names, reflecting their contributions to the sport.
These honors often come from national governments or official bodies and are typically appended as post-nominal letters.
Ronnie O’Sullivan OBE
Ronnie O’Sullivan, widely regarded as one of the greatest snooker players, was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2016 New Year Honours for his services to snooker.
This honor allows him to use the post-nominal letters “OBE” after his name.
Neil Robertson OAM
Neil Robertson, a prominent Australian snooker player, was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in January 2025.
This recognition honors his significant contributions to snooker, including his 2010 World Championship win and multiple UK Championship titles. With this award, Robertson is entitled to use the post-nominal letters “OAM.”
Other Notable Honorees in Snooker
While not all top snooker players have received such honors, a few have been recognized for their contributions:
- Steve Davis OBE: Six-time World Champion Steve Davis was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his services to snooker.
- Stephen Hendry MBE: Seven-time World Champion Stephen Hendry was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in recognition of his achievements in the sport.
These honors reflect the recognition of snooker’s impact and the contributions of its players to the sport and society.