Joyce sees off Whitlock in shock straight sets win as second round continues at PDC World Darts Championship

Joyce has pulled off the latest shock in the tournament by dumping out the in form Aussie. The first set went to a decider with Joyce rattling in a 177 followed by a double eight to go one ahead. He went two-nil up to put The Wizard on the edge of heading it. Joyce claimed it three-one with four 180’s and 60% on the doubles. Whitlock lead in the next set but Joyce pulled ahead to claim the big victory and continue his landmark run. This loss may see Whitlock’s Premier League hopes fade as questions will now be asked after he lost at the earliest opportunity. for more information about the PDC World Darts Championship, including schedules and the prize fund breakdown. Evening session schedule James Wilson (93.8) 2-3 (98.73) William O’Connor (R2) (3-1, 1-3, 3-2, 1-3) Simon Whitlock (87.63) 0 (5) 3 (90.4) Ryan Joyce (R2) (2-3, 1-3, 1-3) 21:10 Michael Smith vs Ron Meulenkamp (R2) 22:10 James Wade vs Seigo Asada (R2)