Michael Smith Makes History, Advances to Premier League Darts Final
On a thrilling night in Rotterdam, Michael Smith has etched his name in the history books by becoming the first player to advance to the final of Night 12 in the Premier League Darts. The Englishman emerged victorious in a tight affair, defeating Gerwyn Price by a score of 6-5.
The match got off to an electric start, with Smith drawing first blood by taking the opening leg with a clinical 59 checkout. However, Price quickly responded, securing the next two legs with a 17-darter and a 14-darter, respectively. Undeterred, Smith regained control, winning the following two legs with a 15-darter and a 14-darter.
“Bullyboy” sealed the deal with a superb 74 checkout, securing a 6-5 victory and a place in the evening’s final.
The subsequent legs saw both players hold their throws, setting the stage for a dramatic 11th and deciding leg. Smith held his nerve, not allowing Price to capitalize on his opportunities. In the end, “Bullyboy” sealed the deal with a superb 74 checkout, securing a 6-5 victory and a place in the evening’s final.
With this triumph, Smith has booked his spot in the highly anticipated showdown, where he will face the winner of the duel between Nathan Aspinall and Luke Humphries. Fans eagerly await the conclusion of this thrilling Premier League Darts event in Rotterdam.
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