Smith looking ahead after Quarter-Final victory against King: 'It feels good to be in the semis but I want to get to the final'

Smith said that he wants the chance to lift the trophy and that even though it's nice to reach the semi's he wants to reach the final. He also gave plaudits to his opponent Mervyn King and admitted that he is a good friend but that someone had to win and he was glad it was him.

"It feels good to be in the semis but I want to get to the final and have the chance to lift the trophy now," said Smith.

"In the first session I felt on top of the world and in the next two sessions I felt like I was at the bottom of the world. I had to concentrate and I did some important throws on my throw and a couple of 180s on his to get the breaks.

"Mervyn's a quality player and has been a good friend. He's always helped me along when I needed advice and I'm thankful for someone like Mervyn - one of had to win and I'm just glad it's me."

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