KYREN WILSON has hinted at a major preparation change after falling victim to the infamous crucible curse.
Wilson, 33, as he sought to retain the title he won last year.
became the 20th player to succumb to the curse as he suffered a shock 10-9 loss to debutant Lei Pefian.
Defeat has left Wilson reassessing his pre-tournament preparations, which, going forward, will include a mental reset.
He told The BBC: “The World Snooker Tour, nowadays, is a very hectic and busy schedule.
“Even more so if you're successful throughout the season with the bonus events that you qualify for.
“I think maybe, in hindsight, sort of take a backseat in terms of exhibitions.
“Last year, when I won the tournament, I actually went away with the family and just reset.
“And it's just nice to just put your cue down for a week and then it was all systems go and ready for the World Championships.
“I don't really know. Maybe I'll look at it for next season, a bit of time off just before.”
Wilson mocked the Crucible curse in a light-hearted social media video before his opening match, in which he put a cue through a mirror before crossing paths with a black cat.
But after falling victim to the hoodoo, the Kettering cueist said of his exit: “It is really hard to take.
“I gave it my all and Lei came out extremely positive this evening and potted some incredible balls.
“It really hurts to be honest. As a debutant, he held himself together incredibly well and I'd like to wish him all the best for the rest of the tournament.
“He seems like quite a cool character. He showed no emotion at all.”
Further reflecting on the curse, he added: “It's obviously been built up into something it's not.
“Because other players have gone on to win it.
“I'm sure it'll be broken at some point but unfortunately I won't be that person.”
