World champion and new world No 1 leads a top 16 which now contains just three players over the age of 40
Smith now has his second major, one he felt it was his destiny to win since he took up darts as a boy. He and Van Gerwen had been tipped for greatness since they emerged on the youth tour nearly 15 years ago, but while Van Gerwen hoovered up major titles, Smith seemed incapable of winning one. That has changed and the new world No 1’s story of never giving up will serve as an inspiration to many.
The newest king of the oche now also has the opportunity to spearhead a new era. Sitting top of the world rankings and a world champion at the age of 32 offers the opportunity for a long period of dominance, though Smith has competition from more young players than ever before.Photograph: John Walton/PA
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