Sky Sports Darts' Wayne Mardle believes Luke Littler was 'unfocused' during his defeat to Michael van Gerwen in the first round of the World Matchplay.
Sky Sports Darts' Wayne Mardle believes Luke Littler was 'unfocused' during his defeat to Michael van Gerwen in the first round of the World Matchplay. Littler was making his debut at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool and went into the match as slight favourite due to Van Gerwen's inconsistent form this year. Both players averaged over 100 in a rollercoaster match but Van Gerwen ran away with it towards the end to win 10-6 and will face Joe Cullen in the second round.
'I felt Michael was better more often than Luke,' he added. 'I know the averages were very good because in spells they were leaving doubles after 10 or 11 darts on a frequent basis. 'There were legs and throws from both that were unconvincing. But for Van Gerwen, it's a wonderful win for him. 'He's kept Littler down. He's one of his main opponents right now and that's what you have to do.
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