Adrian Lewis is a two-time World Champion sealing the biggest accolade in the game twice in 2011 and 2012. But has since slipped to 35th in the PDC Order of Merit, albeit he still dreams of a return to the top.
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In his career lookback on The Darts Show podcast, he spoke about the build up to his first World title.
“It was about experience and belief. The key was when I beat Phil at the 2010 World Grand Prix,” admitted Lewis on The Darts Show Podcast.
“That is where my game changed and I knew then I could do it over a long distance, because I’d never been in a scenario where I’m playing against one of the top boys in such a long format.
“When I beat Phil, I knew I had a good chance at the World Championship coming up.”
But whether he has any darting regrets, he admits it's more his drive and being more greedy like other players.
“I think if I could have changed anything, I would say I wish I could have enjoyed it more.
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“I could have been a little bit more greedy too. If you look at Phil [Taylor] and Michael [van Gerwen], they are never satisfied, they have that drive.”
Having bad times in the game, he spoke about how he stays motivated.
“Mentally it’s tough. It takes its toll on you at certain times,” he added.
“When you’re there, all you try to concentrate on is playing the best that you can, pick up as much ranking money as you can and keep moving up, rather than looking behind you.
“You live your life on a rollercoaster. You have ups and downs, and your family go through it as well.
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“I always say if you play this game, you’ve got to be a sucker for punishment! You have to deal with it, try to put it behind you, and focus on what is in front of you.”
That motivation comes from a return to the top and he believes he still has further major titles and missing pieces that he will add to his collection.
“I’m proud of what I have achieved so far in the game, but I know there is a lot more to come,” he concluded.
“I’d like to win the World Matchplay. The Grand Slam too, because I should have won it last time if Phil hadn’t averaged 112 against me!
“As long as I can qualify and make sure I’m right for these events, I believe I have as good a chance as anybody.
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