Van Gerwen sees points of improvement after comeback against Whitlock: 'Need to be better'

Whitlock missed four darts to lead 9-7, and was punished by Van Gerwen who hit double 19 to level the match (8-8). The Dutchman then threw back-to-back 17-dart legs to complete his comeback.
“I missed too many shots at doubles early on in the match and gave him the chance to take control,” said Van Gerwen who finished the match with a 37% success rate on the doubles.
“The crowd were with him tonight and I have to take that on the chin but it’s annoying when they don’t support me,” joked the 29-year-old.
“Tonight was tough and I need to be better on Sunday and not make as many mistakes but I will be ready.”
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Saturday August 11
Schedule of Play
Quarter-Finals
Rob Cross (96.57) 9-10 (100.33) Michael Smith
Peter Wright (101.91) 10-4 (97.16) Raymond van Barneveld
Gary Anderson (95.58) 10-7 (90.91) Damon Heta
Michael van Gerwen (100.20) 10-8 (93.96) Simon Whitlock
Best of 19 legs
Sunday August 12
Semi-Finals
Michael Smith v Gary Anderson
Michael van Gerwen v Peter Wright
Final
Best of 21 legs
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