ROB CROSS has been beaten by world No225 Paolo Nebrida in the first round of the Bahrain Darts Masters.
The former world champion lost 6-3 as his opponent became the first ever Filipino to win on the World Series.
Cross, 34, landed hit two more 180s and average higher than Nebrida but struggled on the doubles, missing the chance to wrap up a leg 16 times.
Nebrida, 30, sealed the win in spectacular fashion by hitting the double top.
He coolly lifted his arm in celebration and embraced Cross as the two exchanged friendly words at the oche.
The defeat is the latest low point for Cross, who is on a four-match losing run.
He was knocked out the World Championship by Scott Williams in his first match at Alexandra Palace.
The world No4 had previously suffered a 6-0 hammering to Luke Littler at the Players Championship Finals and a 16-11 defeat to Martin Lukeman at the Grand Slam.
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