Wade speaks on 'fond memories' of winning European Championship: 'It meant a lot to me'

James Wade claimed the European Championship title with victory last year against Simon Whitlock and he will be back aiming to defend his crown in Gottingen.

It was Wade's first major title since 2014 and one that was very much welcome for 'The Machine' and he has fond memories of winning it.

He added that he felt emotional after it due to having some tough times in his career and claiming victory as a result was a sweet moment.

In terms of this year, he says that his focus is on giving a good performance and showing everybody what he knows he is capable of.

"I do have fond memories of winning this event last year, it meant a lot to me," said Wade, who hit a nine-dart finish on the European Tour in March.

“I'd won TV titles before but I'd never made the most of them and that one was extra special because it was for Arthur.

"I felt emotional after I won it. I've been through some tough times in my career and winning this last year was a really sweet moment after coming through it all.

"But that's gone now and my focus is on this weekend and giving the best performance I can. I'm a dangerous player and I know what I'm capable of.

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