Hooker's beaten Nasrat Haqparast by unanimous points decision, having only landed in the United States 48 hours prior.

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24 Dec: Aussie surprise packet Joe Comito has lost his second round World Darts Championship clash against Northern Ireland's Josh Rock in London

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23 Dec: Luke Humphries has put friendship to one side to advance to the third round of the World Darts Championship

22 Dec: The eyes of officials are being given extra trust at next year's under-20 World Rugby Championship in Georgia

22 Dec: The New England Patriots have clinched a spot in the NFL's playoffs with two weeks to spare after a 28-24 win over the Baltimore Ravens

22 Dec: The best darts player on the planet has booked his spot into the third round of the world championships in London

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