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Polish darts player Krzysztof Ratajski emerged victorious in a gripping encounter against Rob Cross, securing a spot in the quarterfinals of the Poland Darts Masters held at Warsaw’s Torwar Arena. With Ratajski being the sole representative from Poland at this stage, expectations are high as he prepares to face Belgium’s Dmitri Van den Bergh in the next round.
Despite their best efforts, the Polish contingent faced a challenging draw in the tournament. Lukasz Waclawski, the winner of the qualifiers, impressed by taking three legs against Gerwyn Price, even momentarily equalizing the score at 2-2. Radek Szaganski encountered Danny Noppert, who proved too strong, defeating Szaganski with a convincing 6-2 scoreline. Krzysztof Kciuk also faced a tough challenge against world champion Michael Smith, falling 1-6.
Ratajski’s Dominance Surprises as he Eliminates Cross
In a surprising turn of events, Krzysztof Ratajski showcased his exceptional skills and controlled the match against Rob Cross from the very start. Assisted by the passionate Polish crowd, although occasionally transforming into boos directed at his opponent, Ratajski quickly gained a 5-1 lead. Despite Cross winning two consecutive legs, Ratajski sealed the victory before his rival could mount a comeback, winning 6-3.
With his impressive performance, Krzysztof Ratajski advances to the quarterfinals to face Belgium’s Dmitri Van den Bergh. As the first-ever PDC tournament organized in Poland, the Poland Darts Masters features sixteen players, including four Polish representatives. Ratajski’s unexpected success has injected excitement into the tournament, and fans eagerly anticipate his upcoming clash with Van den Bergh.