Michael Smith put on a show after surviving a first set scare to win his World Championship first round game against Lisa Ashton before dedicating his victory Michael Smith sealed a routine win in the first round of the World Championship

Michael Smith showed his true colours as he dedicated his first round World Championship victory over Lisa Ashton to a young girl in hospital.

The 2023 world champ returned to the Ally Pally stage on the opening night of the tournament and sealed a 3-0 win after overcoming a scare in the opening set of the game. 'Bully Boy' survived a missed dart at the bullseye from Ashton to win the opening set, but kicked on to show the form that has appeared to have deserted him in recent years.

Smith has suffered from injuries, battling crippling arthritis

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