James narrowly lost 7-5 to Phil Taylor in Exeter tonight, in a close one break of throw was the difference with both players averaging over 100 James finishing with a 104.42 and was 5/8 on the doubles tonight, James broke the Taylor throw early with a great 121 finish but the power came roaring back with an 11 dart leg.
Although James lost his performance was pleasing and with the Uk Open starting tomorrow he will take a lot of heart from tonight as he looks to add to his major collection this weekend.
Match Stats
James Wade | 5-7 | Phil Taylor |
14 | 100+ | 19 |
16 | 140+ | 8 |
0 | 170+ | 2 |
1 | 180 | 1 |
104.42 | Average | 106.48 |
121 | High Finish | 140 |
1 | Breaks of Throw | 2 |
5/8 – 63% | Checkout % | 7/11 – 64% |