Cross confident after opening win over Smith at World Matchplay: "I've got a game that I can go out and win with"

Rob Cross overcame a tough test to begin his World Matchplay campaign against Ross Smith seeing off 'Smudger' 10-8.

Cross though was pleased with his display afterwards and believes he is in a good place heading into his tie with Callan Rydz.

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"The throw's good at the minute and everything's good," said Cross. "I think I made myself nervous but it's amazing to be back here - the last time I walked out here I won it.

"Everything that I've missed for the last 16 months was here so I'm very grateful.

"Last year I probably had the hardest year I've ever had. I've worked really hard since January and now I'm starting to reap some benefits.

"I'm enjoying it again. Now I feel that I've got a game that I can go out and win with."

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𝗖𝗥𝗢𝗦𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗦! A big win for former Champion Rob Cross as he beats Ross Smith 10-8 to progress in Blackpool!

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