Peter Wright came dressed as the Grinch and stole Steve West’s Alexandra Palace dream as his World Championship defence got off to a winning start.
The Scot had vowed to put on a show in what will be the only day of the sport’s flagship tournament that is played in front of a crowd and he lived up to his word in traditionally eccentric style.
He was in his element, kitting out in a bright green outfit in homage to the Christmas character, complete with matching beard, mohawk and flights.
The 2020 champion might have come dressed for a party but he meant business, taking West out 3-1 at the Alexandra Palace.
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It really is Christmas now… By Press Association Wednesday 16 Dec 2020, 8:36 AM Dec 16th 2020, 8:36 AM 7,034 Views 1 Comment
Snakebite x The Grinch: Peter Wright was in the festive spirit.
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MEATH TEENAGER KEANE Barry bowed out, while Peter Wright came dressed as the Grinch and stole Steve West’s Alexandra Palace dream as his World Championship defence got off to a winning start.
The Scot had vowed to put on a show in what will be the only day of the sport’s flagship tournament that is played in front of a crowd and he lived up to his word in traditionally eccentric style.
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Elsewhere, Lisa Ashton narrowly failed in her bid to emulate Fallon Sherrock. By Press Association Wednesday 16 Dec 2020, 10:56 PM Dec 16th 2020, 10:56 PM 4,897 Views 8 Comments
William O Connor pictured competing tonight.
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LIMERICK NATIVE William O’Connor earned a convincing win against first-timer, Holland’s Niels Zonneveld, in the PDC World Championship at Alexandra Palace.
The Irishman eased to a 3-0 victory and a date with Daryl Gurney in the second round, dropping just three legs in the process.
Elsewhere, Lisa Ashton narrowly failed in her bid to emulate Fallon Sherrock.