Rob Cross frustrated after World Darts Championship exit – but quick to congratulate winner Michael Smith
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The world number six from St Leonards, East Sussex, lost by four sets to two against Chris Dobey in a high-quality Cazoo World Darts Championship encounter at London's Alexandra Palace last Friday night.
Cross, who won the 2018 championship, averaged 100.02, hit seven 180s and had a checkout percentage of 36.7, but it wasn't enough to defeat an inspired opponent who averaged 102.13.
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Hide AdAfter his defeat, Cross tweeted: “Obviously not the result I wanted.
"A frustrating night. I will find an extra level and I will be back and fighting in 2023. Good luck to Chris for the rest of the Worlds. Thanks for all the support.”
Cross was back on Twitter a day later, New Year’s Eve, with an upbeat new year message to his followers, saying: “Happy New Year everyone. Have a great and safe night. Thanks so much for all the support. Let’s make 2023 a big one!”
Dobey went on to lose to Michael van Gerwen in the quarter-finals - while van Gerwen lost a classic final on Tuesday as Michael Smith took the crown.
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Hide AdCross was also quick to pay tribute to Smith, tweeting: “Congratulations @Michael180Smith … you deserve this so much mate. So happy for you and your family.”
Read more on Cross’ glory bid ended in Simon Newstead’s report on page 53