Koltsov impressive in whitewashing Artut, Gilding produces comeback to see off De Decker

Also German debutant Kevin Knopf defeated Scott Taylor and is the first host nation qualifier through to Saturday. Koltsov was impressive in whitewashing the reemerging Jyhan Artut. He averaged 97 and hit 55 percent of his doubles and he could be a force to be reckoned with this weekend. He will have a tough task next though as he faces the in form James Wade. Gilding was also impressive against Mike de Decker coming 2-1 down to win 6-3 against the Belgian who has shown some form on the BDO circuit so far this year. Finishes of 160, 130 and 110 were the highlight for ‘Goldfinger’ as he moves through. Knopf like alluded to saw off Scott Taylor and despite the averages being in the 70’s, he will hope to kick on but will have Adrian Lewis next which is a massively tough test going on current form. for more information about the PDC European Tour, including the format, calendar and the prize fund breakdown. Afternoon session schedule (13:00 local time, 12:00 GMT) Dave Prins (88.33) 2-6 (96.29) Simon Stevenson Martin Atkins (Leeds) (90.95) 2-6 (100.71) Luke Humphries Ricky Evans (88.65) 6-4 (93.1) Robert Thornton Jyhan Artut (75.1) 0-6 (96.97) Boris Koltsov Mike de Decker (92.55) 3-6 (98.02) Andrew Gilding Kevin Knopf (72.75) 6 (11) 4 (76.11) Scott Taylor Ron Meulenkamp v Kim Viljanen Josh Payne v Andy Boulton