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De Decker debuts with defeat at World Matchplay: "I was too inconsistent, Cullen deservedly won"
PDCSunday, 16 July 2023 at 12:00
Mike De Decker failed to qualify for the second round on his debut at the World Matchplay. The 27-year-old Belgian lost 10-7 to Joe Cullen in his opening match.
De Decker reacted afterwards at VTM 2. "I missed some chances here and there and and that cost me the win," he said. "I was too inconsistent. He deservedly won. I have a double feeling. There were good moments, but also bad moments."
'The Real Deal' must now face a long period without competition. "Until August 24, I don't have a tournament. We'll see what comes my way in the near future."
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