Neil Robertson calls for Ronnie O’Sullivan chalk ban: ‘It’s not really fair’

Ronnie O’Sullivan faces calls to ban his preferred chalk (Picture: Getty Images)

Chalk controversy has descended upon the Crucible, as Neil Robertson calls for a ban on the brand used by Ronnie O’Sullivan.

It is an intensely nerdy snooker debate, but one that has changed the game in recent years since the rise to prominence of chalk brand Taom.

The Finnish company has become the preferred chalk brand of almost every player on the professional tour, but not the most famous.

O’Sullivan has remained loyal to Triangle, the more traditional chalk manufacturer, which used to be used by the majority of players.

Most have moved over to Taom as it produces fewer kicks (unwanted poor contact between balls) and does not embed in the cloth as much as Triangle.

Looking at snooker matches now, there are far fewer chalk marks on the cloth, in fa...