PHIL TAYLOR has set his sights on regaining his status as world number one, after claiming a record-extending 15th World Matchplay title.

PICTURES from the BetVictor World Matchplay Quarter-Finals at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool.

PICTURES from the BetVictor World Matchplay semi-finals at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool.

PICTURES from the BetVictor World Matchplay final as Phil Taylor defeated Michael van Gerwen to take glory in Blackpool.

PHIL TAYLOR won an incredible 15th BetVictor World Matchplay title as he extended his winning run in Blackpool to an amazing seven straight years with a sensational 18-9 win over Michael van Gerwen.

PICTURES from the BetVictor World Matchplay second round in Blackpool, including Phil Taylor's amazing nine-darter.

PHIL TAYLOR and Michael van Gerwen will contest the BetVictor World Matchplay final on Sunday night, following thrilling semi-final victories against Gary Anderson and Simon Whitlock in Blackpool.

BETVICTOR World Matchplay semi-final opponents Michael van Gerwen and Simon Whitlock warmed up for their Winter Gardens clash with a game of crown green bowls!

PHIL TAYLOR and Gary Anderson set up a mouthwatering clash at the BetVictor World Matchplay with superb quarter-final victories over Wes Newton and Adrian Lewis on Friday night in Blackpool.

MICHAEL VAN GERWEN and Simon Whitlock will meet in the BetVictor World Matchplay semi-finals, after they enjoyed thrilling quarter-final victories over Dave Chisnall and James Wade at the Winter Gardens on Thursday.