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Bunting battles past Anderson to reach last eight
Bunting battles past Anderson to reach last eight

BBC News

time10 hours ago

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  • BBC News

Bunting battles past Anderson to reach last eight

Stephen Bunting is through to the World Matchplay quarter-finals after a nervy 12-10 win over Gary Anderson at Winter Gardens in BlackpoolA topsy-turvy match saw Scotland's Anderson lead 6-4, only for Bunting to rattle off five successive legs - a run that included missing out on a nine-darter in the 15th with the final 40-year-old Englishman then missed a match dart to complete a 101 checkout and 11-9 success, with 2018 champion Anderson taking the leg instead to level at 10-10. But fourth seed Bunting responded again by claiming the next two legs, including a 112 checkout, to set up a last-eight meeting with 2023 runner-up Jonny Clayton, who beat Belgium's Mike de Decker 11-8."I was so, so nervous, playing a legend of the sport in Gary Anderson on this stage," Bunting told Sky Sports. "I tried to put that at the back of my mind but I just couldn't and for whatever reason I couldn't find my best form. I'm so happy with the win but I just need to get to bed, I'm shattered."England's James Wade averaged 102.5 and had checkouts of 126, 121 and 108 as he thrashed Wessel Nijman of the Netherlands 11-5."It wasn't an amazing performance from me. I was just really fortunate the young lad didn't play how he can," 2007 winner Wade told Sky Sports."Who cares about doubles, who cares about averages. We just care about having a great time and the crowd enjoying themselves."Wade will play Gian van Veen next after the Dutchman, who knocked out defending champion Luke Humphries, beat compatriot Danny Noppert 11-5.

Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut
Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut

South Wales Argus

time2 days ago

  • Sport
  • South Wales Argus

Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut

Littler, the second seed on his first appearance at Blackpool's Winter Gardens, looked like a man in a hurry as he jumped out to a 6-0 lead. And although Searle was able to get on the board late on, there was never going to be any way back against Littler, who averaged nearly 109. Darting demolition job from Luke Littler! ☢️ What a way to celebrate your first win at the Betfred World Matchplay! The World Champion averages 108.92 to demolish Ryan Searle in brutal fashion!#MatchplayDarts | R1 — PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) July 20, 2025 'I was well up for tonight,' Littler said on Sky Sports. 'I wanted that win, to get that winning feeling and I've done it in some standard.' After revealing earlier this week he had failed his driving theory test for a fourth time, Littler said he has not been doing his homework for that as he has been keeping his focus on his game, adding: 'I've got a competition to focus on.' 'I've been practising so much,' he said. 'Obviously I've not put much on social media but I've been at home putting the hours in, hours and hours, and I'm glad it's paid off tonight.' Fifth seed Jonny Clayton survived a tough contest against Martin Schindler to prevail 10-7, despite the German putting up better numbers for much of the contest. Clayton's average was 99.60 compared to Schindler's 103.45 but the Welshman picked his moments to advance. 'I am here, I want to win this tournament,' Clayton said. 'Hopefully it is going to be my week. I love it when I pass the first round.' CLAYTON WINS A THRILLER! Jonny Clayton has won a thriller here in Blackpool! The Ferret beats Martin Schindler 10-7 to book his place in the second round against Mike De Decker! 📺 #MatchplayDarts | R1 — PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) July 20, 2025 Earlier 13th seed Gary Anderson saw off Luke Woodhouse 10-5 despite a spectacular 167 checkout from the Englishman. Four seeds were sent home during Sunday's afternoon session as further shocks followed Saturday's exits of top seed Luke Humphries and eighth seed Nathan Aspinall. Seventh seed Damon Heta fell to Andrew Gilding in a contest that went to overtime, with Gilding eventually prevailing 12-10 after a late fightback came to nothing for Heta. Gilding advances to face Dirk van Duijvenbode, who saw off 10th seed Rob Cross 10-8 after rallying from 6-2 down in a remarkable contest. Jermaine Wattimena beat 15th seed Peter Wright 10-8 while Mike De Decker beat 12th seed Dave Chisnall 10-7.

Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut
Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut

Leader Live

time2 days ago

  • Sport
  • Leader Live

Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut

Littler, the second seed on his first appearance at Blackpool's Winter Gardens, looked like a man in a hurry as he jumped out to a 6-0 lead. And although Searle was able to get on the board late on, there was never going to be any way back against Littler, who averaged nearly 109. Darting demolition job from Luke Littler! ☢️ What a way to celebrate your first win at the Betfred World Matchplay! The World Champion averages 108.92 to demolish Ryan Searle in brutal fashion!#MatchplayDarts | R1 — PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) July 20, 2025 'I was well up for tonight,' Littler said on Sky Sports. 'I wanted that win, to get that winning feeling and I've done it in some standard.' After revealing earlier this week he had failed his driving theory test for a fourth time, Littler said he has not been doing his homework for that as he has been keeping his focus on his game, adding: 'I've got a competition to focus on.' 'I've been practising so much,' he said. 'Obviously I've not put much on social media but I've been at home putting the hours in, hours and hours, and I'm glad it's paid off tonight.' Fifth seed Jonny Clayton survived a tough contest against Martin Schindler to prevail 10-7, despite the German putting up better numbers for much of the contest. Clayton's average was 99.60 compared to Schindler's 103.45 but the Welshman picked his moments to advance. 'I am here, I want to win this tournament,' Clayton said. 'Hopefully it is going to be my week. I love it when I pass the first round.' CLAYTON WINS A THRILLER! Jonny Clayton has won a thriller here in Blackpool! The Ferret beats Martin Schindler 10-7 to book his place in the second round against Mike De Decker! 📺 #MatchplayDarts | R1 — PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) July 20, 2025 Earlier 13th seed Gary Anderson saw off Luke Woodhouse 10-5 despite a spectacular 167 checkout from the Englishman. Four seeds were sent home during Sunday's afternoon session as further shocks followed Saturday's exits of top seed Luke Humphries and eighth seed Nathan Aspinall. Seventh seed Damon Heta fell to Andrew Gilding in a contest that went to overtime, with Gilding eventually prevailing 12-10 after a late fightback came to nothing for Heta. Gilding advances to face Dirk van Duijvenbode, who saw off 10th seed Rob Cross 10-8 after rallying from 6-2 down in a remarkable contest. Jermaine Wattimena beat 15th seed Peter Wright 10-8 while Mike De Decker beat 12th seed Dave Chisnall 10-7.

Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut
Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut

Rhyl Journal

time2 days ago

  • Sport
  • Rhyl Journal

Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut

Littler, the second seed on his first appearance at Blackpool's Winter Gardens, looked like a man in a hurry as he jumped out to a 6-0 lead. And although Searle was able to get on the board late on, there was never going to be any way back against Littler, who averaged nearly 109. Darting demolition job from Luke Littler! ☢️ What a way to celebrate your first win at the Betfred World Matchplay! The World Champion averages 108.92 to demolish Ryan Searle in brutal fashion!#MatchplayDarts | R1 — PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) July 20, 2025 'I was well up for tonight,' Littler said on Sky Sports. 'I wanted that win, to get that winning feeling and I've done it in some standard.' After revealing earlier this week he had failed his driving theory test for a fourth time, Littler said he has not been doing his homework for that as he has been keeping his focus on his game, adding: 'I've got a competition to focus on.' 'I've been practising so much,' he said. 'Obviously I've not put much on social media but I've been at home putting the hours in, hours and hours, and I'm glad it's paid off tonight.' Fifth seed Jonny Clayton survived a tough contest against Martin Schindler to prevail 10-7, despite the German putting up better numbers for much of the contest. Clayton's average was 99.60 compared to Schindler's 103.45 but the Welshman picked his moments to advance. 'I am here, I want to win this tournament,' Clayton said. 'Hopefully it is going to be my week. I love it when I pass the first round.' CLAYTON WINS A THRILLER! Jonny Clayton has won a thriller here in Blackpool! The Ferret beats Martin Schindler 10-7 to book his place in the second round against Mike De Decker! 📺 #MatchplayDarts | R1 — PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) July 20, 2025 Earlier 13th seed Gary Anderson saw off Luke Woodhouse 10-5 despite a spectacular 167 checkout from the Englishman. Four seeds were sent home during Sunday's afternoon session as further shocks followed Saturday's exits of top seed Luke Humphries and eighth seed Nathan Aspinall. Seventh seed Damon Heta fell to Andrew Gilding in a contest that went to overtime, with Gilding eventually prevailing 12-10 after a late fightback came to nothing for Heta. Gilding advances to face Dirk van Duijvenbode, who saw off 10th seed Rob Cross 10-8 after rallying from 6-2 down in a remarkable contest. Jermaine Wattimena beat 15th seed Peter Wright 10-8 while Mike De Decker beat 12th seed Dave Chisnall 10-7.

Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut
Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut

Glasgow Times

time2 days ago

  • Sport
  • Glasgow Times

Luke Littler hammers Ryan Searle on World Matchplay debut

Littler, the second seed on his first appearance at Blackpool's Winter Gardens, looked like a man in a hurry as he jumped out to a 6-0 lead. And although Searle was able to get on the board late on, there was never going to be any way back against Littler, who averaged nearly 109. Darting demolition job from Luke Littler! ☢️ What a way to celebrate your first win at the Betfred World Matchplay! The World Champion averages 108.92 to demolish Ryan Searle in brutal fashion!#MatchplayDarts | R1 — PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) July 20, 2025 'I was well up for tonight,' Littler said on Sky Sports. 'I wanted that win, to get that winning feeling and I've done it in some standard.' After revealing earlier this week he had failed his driving theory test for a fourth time, Littler said he has not been doing his homework for that as he has been keeping his focus on his game, adding: 'I've got a competition to focus on.' 'I've been practising so much,' he said. 'Obviously I've not put much on social media but I've been at home putting the hours in, hours and hours, and I'm glad it's paid off tonight.' Fifth seed Jonny Clayton survived a tough contest against Martin Schindler to prevail 10-7, despite the German putting up better numbers for much of the contest. Clayton's average was 99.60 compared to Schindler's 103.45 but the Welshman picked his moments to advance. 'I am here, I want to win this tournament,' Clayton said. 'Hopefully it is going to be my week. I love it when I pass the first round.' CLAYTON WINS A THRILLER! Jonny Clayton has won a thriller here in Blackpool! The Ferret beats Martin Schindler 10-7 to book his place in the second round against Mike De Decker! 📺 #MatchplayDarts | R1 — PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) July 20, 2025 Earlier 13th seed Gary Anderson saw off Luke Woodhouse 10-5 despite a spectacular 167 checkout from the Englishman. Four seeds were sent home during Sunday's afternoon session as further shocks followed Saturday's exits of top seed Luke Humphries and eighth seed Nathan Aspinall. Seventh seed Damon Heta fell to Andrew Gilding in a contest that went to overtime, with Gilding eventually prevailing 12-10 after a late fightback came to nothing for Heta. Gilding advances to face Dirk van Duijvenbode, who saw off 10th seed Rob Cross 10-8 after rallying from 6-2 down in a remarkable contest. Jermaine Wattimena beat 15th seed Peter Wright 10-8 while Mike De Decker beat 12th seed Dave Chisnall 10-7.

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