The first round sees 16 matches take place across the opening two sessions on Thursday and Friday, as Wright begins the defence of the title he won with an 11-4 defeat of Wade in last year's final. sportjacke Like England, the Netherlands are chasing a first title without a legendary figure. The Dutch haven't won since Raymond van Barneveld dropped off the team, they face a Singapore team that features 67-year-old Paul Lim who is still showing his class. sportjacke "He's one of Arsenal's biggest and better players this season and last, and I think his hard work, dedication and quality have paid off," Cold toldSky Sports News sportjacke Flowers played 515 times for Wolves, placing him fifth on their all-time appearances list. sportjacke