Following his sensational 10-7 comeback win over Michael van Gerwen in the fourth round of the 2024 Ladbrokes UK Open, Mensur Suljovic expressed both admiration for his opponent and confidence in his own abilities.

Suljovic humbly acknowledged Michael van Gerwen's status as the best player in the world, stating, "Michael van Gerwin is the best player in the world at the moment." Despite his recent challenges, Suljovic expressed contentment with giving his best effort. 

Reflecting on his remarkable victory over van Gerwen, the Austrian emphasised seizing the moment. "I haven’t been doing as good recently, but I gave my best. I saw a moment and I won it”, he told SportsBoom.com after the match. 

Additionally, Suljovic revealed the depth of his preparation and determination, disclosing, "I’ve been practising every day for the past six months." This commitment to honing his skills underscores his dedication to re-developing his craft. 

Observing Michael van Gerwen's performance in the Premier League, Suljovic identified a potential opportunity. He noted, "I saw that Michael [van Gerwen] didn’t play as well yesterday in the Premier League and thought maybe I have a chance."

Suljovic's astute observation of van Gerwen's form allowed him to approach the match with a renewed sense of confidence, knowing that he had the ability to capitalise on any weaknesses displayed by his esteemed opponent. Despite harbouring some anxiety before the match, Suljovic's unwavering belief in his own abilities ultimately propelled him to victory.

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The victory over van Gerwen further injected Mensur Suljovic with a surge of confidence, evident in his declaration, "This is a brilliant feeling. If I can beat him, I can beat anyone." 

Suljovic's bold assertion reflects his newfound belief in his abilities and his fearlessness as he progresses into the latter stages of the tournament. Buoyed by his triumph over one of the sport's giants, Suljovic approaches future matches with a sense of determination and self-assurance, ready to take on any opponent that crosses his path. With his sights set on recapturing the peak form he displayed in 2018, Suljovic is poised to make a formidable impact in the remainder of the competition.