He plays in a fast and attacking manner. He is a prolific entry fragger and solid tactical player. He has stated his disdain for long, drawn-out games, saying that it harms the game. He is regarded as an excellent front-runner by many other professionals. In previous years, he could become demoralized by being behind and not playing well, and was liable to lose several consecutive rounds. He is right-handed but can play to a very high standard with his left hand and routinely alternates where needed.

When I stopped taking drugs I got really depressed. I was struggling with life. It’s a bit chicken and egg. I was depressed because I’d stopped drinking and taking drugs, but I only drank and took drugs in the first place because I was depressed. Ultimately I’d rather be clean and depressed than on drugs and depressed.