GARY ANDERSON was last night given a masterclass by Phil Taylor at the Grand Slam of Darts final.
Ando was wiped out 16-4 in a stunning performance from The Power in Wolverhampton.Berwick ace Ando led 2-1, before Taylor blitzed him with a 109.93 average taking 15 of the next 17 legs.
After Anderson took out 140 and 128 to lead 2-1, Taylor won seven successive legs to pull clear.
The Scot cut the gap to 9-4, but The Power reeled off seven more to seal the £100,000 title.
Stunned Anderson said: "I just ran out of steam and Phil steamrollered me. He was in the mood.
"It was Phil at his best and that's the level I have to reach.
"I wouldn't have beaten him with four darts per throw tonight. He was that good.
"I knew the game was up after the second and third sessions. But I won't be happy until I've won a major by beating Phil. That's when it will really count.
"I feel I've made some progress this week. But this is a good yardstick of what I need to achieve from now on."
Ando kicked off with a superb 140 checkout, and after Taylor finished 72 the Scot posted a 128 finish to lead 2-1. But Taylor stormed back with breathtaking darts to lead 7-2.
Anderson hit a 180 and double top to claim his third leg of the match, but Taylor won nine of the next 10 legs to claim the title.
Taylor dedicated his Slam win to cancer-hit commentating legend Sid Waddell. He said: "This title is for Sid who has been greatly missed since he was diagnosed.
"Sid is very much part of the darts family and we wish him well."
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