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Snooker legend Ronnie O’Sullivan has backed Labour again and said ­people should give party leader Jeremy Corbyn a break.

The five-times world champ said today: “ Jeremy Corbyn is a man of his word.

“He is unwavering in his beliefs whether he is ­criticised for them or not. I’d like to be his friend.”

Father-of-three Ronnie has backed a Labour leader before – once playing snooker with Ed Miliband on the campaign trail.

The 41-year-old star – engaged to actress Laila Rouass , 45 – also talked about his children, saying he doesn’t get to spend much time with them because of a difficult relationship with his ex-partner.

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He added in a magazine ­interview: “I had them for a week once and I became so attached I broke down in tears at the end. I didn’t want to say goodbye.

“They came and cuddled me and I told them I would miss them. They know their dad loves them and I know they love me. I’m there for them no matter what.”