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VIDEO: Andrew Gilding’s Hilarious Sky Sports Interview Goes Viral

Andrew Gilding delivered a sublime performance in his World Matchplay clash against Dirk van Duijvenbode, securing an emphatic 11-5 victory with an impressive average of over 100.

Following the match, Sky Sports interviewer Polly James asked Gilding about the secret behind his stellar display. His unexpected response took her completely by surprise—as can clearly be seen in the now widely circulated footage.

In fact, Gilding himself appeared caught off guard by what he had just said. Only after the words had left his mouth did he realize how they sounded. By then, however, the moment had already gone viral online.

Not that it seems to bother him. Gilding has booked his place in the quarter-finals of the World Matchplay and appears remarkably unfazed by the attention. When asked about his next match, he admitted he had no idea when he was playing next—or even who his opponent would be.

To clear that up: Gilding will face Luke Littler on Friday evening. Littler, also known as The Nuke, reached the last eight after a dramatic and hard-fought battle against Jermaine Wattimena.

The Dutchman started in brilliant fashion, surging ahead with leads of 4-1 and 7-2. Littler, the reigning world champion, found himself under serious pressure. But as fans have come to expect, he mounted a remarkable comeback to turn the match around entirely.

This serves as a warning to Gilding: even with a healthy lead, there can be no room for complacency against The Nuke. In his match against Van Duijvenbode, Gilding remained composed and focused throughout—qualities he’ll need to replicate if he hopes to overcome Littler.

A rewatch of the Littler vs. Wattimena encounter might be worthwhile, especially the blistering start by Wattimena. The Dutchman was locked in from the first dart, and it paid off with a commanding early lead—proof that focus and momentum can make all the difference at this level.