Durrant after opening round victory over Van den Bergh: "It's no consolation for the World Matchplay, that game broke my heart"

Glen Durrant is through to the second round at the World Series of Darts Finals with a tie against Michael van Gerwen awaiting on Saturday.

Durrant defeated Dimitri van den Bergh in a repeat of the World Matchplay semi-final and he admitted that despite claiming the win, it won't make up for that defeat.

"That's a good win," said Durrant. "It's no consolation for the World Matchplay, that game broke my heart, but I'm pleased with that win.

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Looking ahead to that tie against Mighty Mike, he sent a message to the World Number One that he will have to be towards his best to beat him.

"I knew what the carrot was tomorrow, MvG, and it's a huge game. He's the best player in the world and it's the biggest challenge as a darts player.

"He's got to play well to beat me tomorrow night. I'm up for this. I feel good, I feel strong and I've love to win this tournament."