Rob Cross upsets darts great Phil Taylor to win world titleGETTY IMAGES Rob Cross has claimed the world darts title after defeating Phil Taylor in the final. Underdog Rob Cross capped off his remarkable rise by winning the world darts title at his first attempt, denying legend Phil Taylor a fairytale swansong with a stunning performance on Tuesday (NZT). MICHAEL BRADLEY/GETTY IMAGES Phil Taylor was denied the perfect swansong as he was well beaten by Rob Cross. But tonight is all about Phil Taylor. THE LAST 10 PDC WORLD CHAMPIONS2018 - Rob Cross (England)2017 - Michael van Gerwen (Netherlands)2016 - Gary Anderson (Scotland)2015 - Gary Anderson (Scotland)2014 - Michael van Gerwen (Netherlands)2013 - Phil Taylor (England)2012 - Adrian Lewis (England)2011 - Adrian Lewis (England)2010 - Phil Taylor (England)2009 - Phil Taylor (England)- Stuff

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