Adrian Lewis books quarter-final meeting with Michael van Gerwen

By Joe Fish, Reporter | 27 December 2012

Adrian Lewis sets up a mouthwatering quarter-final meeting with Michael Van Gerwen at the World Darts Championship, while Simon Whitlock and James Wade also progress at Alexandra Palace.

Adrian Lewis edged out Kevin Painter in the World Championship third round tonight to set up a last-eight clash with Michael van Gerwen.

The two-time Alexandra Palace champion surrendered a two-set lead to the 'Artist' before recovering to take the match 4-2.

Tournament second-favourite Van Gerwen earlier beat former world number one Colin Lloyd 4-1 to continue his excellent recent form.

Fellow Dutchman Raymond van Barneveld also secured his place in the quarter-final draw courtesy of a convincing 4-0 win over an off-colour Gary Anderson.

Losing finalist in 2010, Simon Whitlock, triumphed in the pick of Thursday's matches as he made a dramatic comeback to overcome Dave Chisnall.

After losing three legs on the spin in the deciding set, Whitlock produced a 152 checkout before sealing victory in the following leg.

James Wade and Wes Newton will face off in the last eight after recording 4-0 and 4-1 wins over Vincent van der Voort and Mark Walsh respectively.