Rock continues to impress with the Northern Irishman who came from nowhere to claim his Tour Card emerging as a top talent on his debut year.
He took out Krzysztof Ratajski in another evidence of that with a huge 115 checkout from Rock to claim it 6-2. This backed up with a 101 average and 50% on the doubles.
While Jose de Sousa as he looks to revive his form survived a spirited comeback from Dennis Nilsson in finding his way into the final day.
He went 4-2 up with a 73 checkout and seemed to be easing through but Nilsson came back to send it all the way but a 180 and double 19 for a 13-darter saw 'The Special One' produced when it mattered most.
While despite not being a high quality affair, Dirk van Duijvenbode eased past good friend, Maik Kuivenhoven 6-1 in a double Dutch duel.
He hit three 180's but struggled on the doubles with 6/20 meaning only an 88 average for 'The Titan' but this was compared to just 1/8 by Kuivenhoven.
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WHAT A WIN FOR JOSH ROCK!
Another fantastic performance on that stage from Josh Rock who takes out a big 115 finish to seal a 6-2 win over Krzysztof Ratajski!
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