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Ben Parsons

Michael Smith reversed his own rule to allow family to see World Darts Championship win

Michael Smith embraced his wife and kids in emotional scenes after his magical World Darts Championship title triumph - but had previously banned them for 'putting him off'.

'Bully Boy' was crowned world champion for the first time on Tuesday night after toppling Michael van Gerwen 7-4 at Ally Pally in a final for the ages.

An inspired Smith won the greatest darts leg ever seen in set three as he nailed an unforgettable nine-darter just after Van Gerwen had agonisingly wired D12 on his own attempt.

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