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Van Gerwen beats Littler in World Matchplay first round
Three-time winner Michael van Gerwen beats teenager Luke Littler 10-6 in the opening round of the World Matchplay in Blackpool.
BBC News
The World Matchplay, also known as the Betfred World Matchplay for sponsorship purposes, is a professional darts tournament and one of three legs of the Triple Crown. It is played in a legs format, and is run by the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC). Nathan Aspinall is the current champion after winning the 2023 edition.
Three-time winner Michael van Gerwen beats teenager Luke Littler 10-6 in the opening round of the World Matchplay in Blackpool.
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