Jonny Clayton defeated James Wade in a thrilling tie which saw ‘The Ferret’ only win through in a deciding leg.
Clayton spoke afterwards and admitted that his confidence is coming back as he is winning close matches which he wasn’t doing before.
He added that he is even more glad to get the win having had to dig in deep to claim it.
“My confidence is coming back and I’m winning tight matches which I wasn’t doing before,” said Clayton.
“I had to work hard tonight and stick in there because James was playing well, so I’m happy to get the win.”