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Michael Smith interview: 'I've quit drinking to retain Sid Waddell Trophy, it belongs to me now'

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The name Michael Smith is etched into a plaque at the base of the giant World Darts Championship trophy, and the current champion is staring at it in raptures.

As he did at Ally Pally back in January, the 33-year-old again lifts it aloft for the cameras but this time with his name officially alongside other greats of his sport.

"The last time there was no plaque on it, so seeing my name on it... little butterflies kick back in," said

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