Even before the game began, the Alexandra Palace was full of atmosphere. Hempel ran into Brings’ hit “Kölsche Jung” and sang along again. The 27-year-old van den Bergh with the nickname “The Dreammaker” put down his usual filigree dances on the stage – but sporty it was over with the ease.
The “Bully Boy” is also on
Previously, the former finalist Michael Smith made it through to the third round with ease. The 31-year-old Englishman clearly prevailed 3-0 against the Dutchman Ron Meulenkamp. The “Bully Boy”, as Smith is called, was in the 2019 World Cup final and lost to Michael van Gerwen from the Netherlands.
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Status: December 21, 2021, 10:47 p.m.