This is after seeing off Nathan Girvan 3-0 in the final with a 121 checkout, the showpiece shot to claim the victory.
It was Girvan's second attempt to win the title but it didn't prove to be second time lucky. He averaged 86 with 37% on the doubles as well as two 180's on his way to the win.
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BDO Lakeside World Championship.
Afternoon Session (1pm-4pm) Leighton Bennett (86.65) 3-0 (76.56) Nathan Girvan (BDO World Youth Final)
Mikuru Suzuki v Sharon Prins (QF)
Maria O’Brien v Fallon Sherrock (QF)
Scott Mitchell v Krzysztof Kciuk (Second round)
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