World Darts Championship: Champion Adrian Lewis rallies to clear first hurdle
Saturday 15 December 2012 07:21, UK
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Adrian Lewis overcame a sluggish start to open the defence of his World Darts Championship title with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Gino Vos at Alexandra Palace.
Nicholson admitted that he would still need to improve to see off Thornton, adding: "Robert always looks good. He's look increasingly good this year.
"There's no one on the circuit who is happier for Robert than me, because he's gone through his hard times. I love the guy.
"He's a great guy and has a huge heart. If I'm going to beat him next Friday I'm going to have to lift my game, because if I don't I'm going to be smoked."
