Max Hopp famously claimed a
PDC European Tour title in front of a German crowd. Could Martin Schindler do the same at the European Darts Trophy? The Wall will need to overcome Mervyn King first. Second up on the bill is Gerwyn Price, the most recent European Tour winner. He faces veteran Steve Beaton, who edged out Kim Huybrechts in the most thrilling tie of the opening day's play.
Darren Webster and Ricky Evans clash in what should be an entertaining clash. Then two good friends become temporary enemies. If Vincent van der Voort wants to reach the European Championship, he has to beat his good mate. Unfortunately, that mate is PDC world number one Michael van Gerwen. World number two Peter Wright follows; he takes on Jelle Klaasen, whose Dortmund spot should be secured.
James Wade enters play and meets Toni Alcinas, before Hopp steps out in front of the Göttingen crowd to face a tie with Krzysztof Ratajski. In the evening's last match, Rob Cross plays Jeffrey de Zwaan in what should be a fascinating clash.
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Mervyn King v Martin Schindler Gerwyn Price v Steve Beaton Darren Webster v Ricky Evans Michael van Gerwen v Vincent van der Voort Peter Wright v Jelle Klaasen James Wade v Toni Alcinas Max Hopp v Krzysztof Ratajski Rob Cross v Jeffrey de Zwaan