Hendo’stearsofjoyashegoesDutchwithMVG

TEARFUL John Henderson sent the Aberdeen crowds wild last night with a magical display to deny Michael van Gerwen.

The Highlander produced a fabulous performance to grab a 6-6 draw against the world No.1 in the Unibet Premier League on an emotional night.

Henderson was reduced to tears as 10,000 fans roared him off the canvas from 3-0 down to pinch a point as he replaced the injured Gary Anderson in remarkable style.

Henderson said: “That was one of the greatest nights of my life. The fans were unbelievable.

“I couldn’t hear myself think it was so loud. I had to really keep my emotions in check.

“In the end I was just happy to give Michael a proper game. I played the best I possibly could and I’m happy I could give the fans something back.”

Aberdeen enjoyed double success as Scotland’s No.1 Peter Wright also triumphed.

Snakebite hammered Raymond van Barneveld with five successive legs to seal a 7-2 win over the Dutch legend.

Wright fired on home soil with an 111 average and said: “I glanced on the screen and saw I was averaging 111 and wanted to get even better.

“It’s an amazing atmosphere again in Scotland, it’s always very special for me. I really enjoyed every moment of it.

“It was tough playing Raymond for the last time in Scotland. Barney is an amazing guy and done a fantastic job for darts. I’m going to miss him.”

CRAIG SWAN