Waddell was an observer at Alexandra Palace during the 1972 News of the World Championship .
Was particularly impressed with the play and character of the eventual finalist , Welshman Alan Evans , who beat reigning champion Dennis Filkins in the semi finals with a fiery display .
Waddell was an observer at Alexandra Palace during the 1972 News of the World Championship and was particularly impressed with the play and character of the eventual finalist , Welshman Alan Evans , who beat reigning champion Dennis Filkins in the semi finals with a fiery display .