Nijman emulates Van Gerwen with fifth title in a year

Wessel Nijman emulated fellow Dutchman Michael van Gerwen as he continued his superb form in the Players Championship with victory in the 14th tournament of the year. The 25-year-old beat Max Hopp 8-1 in a one-sided final at the event in Hildesheim, Germany. It ensured Nijman became the first to win five Players Championship titles in a year since fellow Dutchman Van Gerwen achieved the feat in 2016. …