UK Darts Issue 8 - November 2013 | Page 52

Northern Ireland Open Glen Durrant claimed victory in the Northern Ireland Open on 10th November with a 6-5 victory over Glen Spearing in a closely fought final. Durrant overcame Jim Williams in the semi-finals to set up the final with Spearing who had earlier defeated Barry Copeland. In the ladies event Deta Hedman overcame Aileen de Graaf in the semifinals, whilst Rachel Brooks came past Trina Gulliver at the same stage to set up a final with Hedman. The final proved to be a one-sided affair as Hedman retained the title that she had claimed last year with a 5-0 victory. In the mixed pairs Martin Phillips and Rachel Brooks overcame Sam Hewson and Paula Jacklin 3-2 in a closely fought final.