Gary Anderson wins World Championship: Twitter reacts

Last night, Gary Anderson won the PDC World Darts Championship for the first time in his career.

The 44-year-old defeated 16-time world champion Phil Taylor 7-6 at Alexandra Palace.

It was a match that certainly captured the attention of many and here, Sports Mole has taken a look at how the sporting world reacted to the encounter on Twitter.

"Congratulations to Gary Anderson on becoming the new PDC World Champion, thoroughly deserved, fantastic performances all year."
Darts player Kevin Painter

"Massive congratulations to Scottish World Champ Gary Anderson."
Tennis player Jamie Murray

Well done Gary Anderson! Showed Nerves of steel to keep it together there! He's just beaten the greatest ever.. 🎯

#WorldDartsChampionship

— Tony Bellew (@TonyBellew) January 4, 2015

"What a final! What a tournament!! Anderson thoroughly deserved it."
England cricketer James Anderson

"Big well done to @TeamAndo180 excellent game of darts. Bet you will not want to take that board with him."
Wigan Athletic striker Grant Holt

Great night for two Scots. Moyes beats Messi & Anderson beats Taylor! Trying to work out what's the better achievement!!

— Jamie Carragher (@Carra23) January 4, 2015

"There's only one Gary Anderson. World Champion Dartist. And a Hibee. #lovethedarts."
Great Britain Fed Cup captain Judy Murray

"Congrats Gary Anderson ! Great final ! #lovethedarts #180 #power."
Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos

#GaryAnderson is on 🔥🔥🔥

— Aaron Lennon (@Aaron7Lennon) January 4, 2015