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Thibault Tricole made history by becoming the first Frenchman to win a match at the World Darts Championships – but he didn't look too happy about it.
The 34-year-old sealed a 3-1 victory over Belgian Mario Vandenbogaerde to advance to the second round at Ally Pally, but looked really unhappy with his performance. After winning the second set to tie the match, Tricole tossed his remaining dart to the ground and punched his palm a couple of times as his frustration got the better of him.
He even encouraged the crowd to stop cheering as he gave a thumbs down and shook his head, suggesting he thought his poor display wasn't worthy of any applause. Thankfully, Tricole's form improved in the third set and he turned the game around to secure a historic win for French darts.
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Speaking after the match, The French Touch said: "Of course I'm proud [to be the first Frenchman to win at the World Championships]. Mario is a good friend of mine so it was very strange for me and for him.
"I enjoyed his mistakes. He didn't play his best game but [neither did I], but a win is a win. It was the first time for him and for me, so it was OK. I'm so proud to be here. It was a good win for [French darts]."
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Tricole will face 2018 world champion Rob Cross in the next round, and although he's a massive underdog, the Brittany-born star says he's looking forward to the match.
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