Smith follows Taylor's example

Darts ace Dennis Smith believes the influence of 10-time world champion Phil Taylor has had a positive effect on his game and made him approach the sport in a more professional manner.

The British thrower, who has been tipped by many in the sport to reach the very top, clinched his place in yet another quarter-final at the Paddy Power World Grand Prix in Dublin last night with a 3-0 win over Scotland’s Jamie Harvey.