Dott proved too hot for 'The Rocket' at the Beijing University Gymnasium as he powered to a 6-2 win.

"I played really well. It wasn't the best I've played this week, but I've played the same attacking game . . .

and that's worked for me, " said Dott.

"To beat Ronnie O'Sullivan, the best in the game, 6-2 is a confidence boost for me. The form I'm showing here is better than when I won the World Championship last season."