Burness on PDC World Championship qualification route: 'This year I've come through the front door'

Burness came through the traditional route instead of the Tom Kirby Memorial Irish Matchplay; he said this year he has come through the front door.

He added that anyone who can come through the pressure cooker situation deserves their spot.

"I'm over the moon," said Burness.

"Last year people had jibes saying I got in through the back door but this year I've come through the front door.

"Anyone who can win in this high pressure situation deserves their place and I've played well to qualify."