Taylor.
“He let me in early on and I took advantage, but it was a battle and
that’s set me up for the rest of the tournament now.”
“I’m enjoying everything at the moment and not putting myself under
pressure, and it’s a great place to be.”
Gary Anderson overcame Jelle Klaasen 9-5 to book his place in the
quarter finals, although it was hardly a convincing performance from
the former Premier League Champion who only mustered an 88 average.
“This is a great win
because Terry’s
one of the greatest
players on the
tour”
Ian White
“My darts weren’t quite right tonight so I’m pleased to get through,”
said Anderson. “I’d rather play well and lose than play shabby darts and
win, and it annoys me but I’ve got a chance to put it right on Sunday.”
Justin Pipe’s progress continued as he landed four maximums and a
finish of 120 on his way to a 9-4 victory over the Derby-based Jamie
Caven.
“I love it here and the venue’s being pretty good to me,” admitted
Pipe. “Jamie missed a few doubles and let me off the hook, but I had
to do my job and I’m really pleased.”
Photo: PDC/Lawrence Lustig
Photo: PDC/Lawrence Lustig
“My finishing wasn’t brilliant there but it was enough and I know I can
improve that in the quarter-finals - but any losing player would take
this result so I’m delighted to be in the last eight.”
Wes Newton dominated his clash with Steve Beaton, the Fleetwood ace
landed five maximums and a 141 checkout on his way to a 9-3 victory.
Beaton’s highlight was a 145 checkout, but the former World Champion
could not bring enough consistency to the table to challenge Newton
who romped away with the match from the outset.
“It’s a good win and it’s great to be through to the quarter-finals,” said
Newton.”It was a tricky game so I’m glad to come through it. Steve
took a couple of good finishes out, but I was in command for most of
the match and I knew it wasn’t him at his best there.”
Andy Hamilton was also a 9-3 vict