Van Gerwen takes world title

Michael Van Gerwen defeated Peter Wright by seven sets to four to win the Ladbrokes World Championship at Alexandra Palace.

Wed, 01 Jan, 2014 - 22:45

Michael Van Gerwen defeated Peter Wright by seven sets to four to win the Ladbrokes World Championship at Alexandra Palace.

The 24-year-old Dutchman, beaten by Phil Taylor in last year’s final, was simply too strong for world number 16 Wright and took control of the contest by winning the first four sets.

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Courts Darts Heathrow Place: Alexandra Palace Place: Suffolk Person: van Gerwen Person: Michael van Gerwen Person: Peter Wright Person: Phil Taylor Person: Wright Person: Simon Whitlock Event: Ladbrokes World Championship

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