sentences:  Burnett had first competed in the PDC in April 1997, at the Antwerp Open.In June 1997, Burnett played in a challenge match against the PDC World Champion, Phil Taylor, which was the main event at the Battle of the Champions card at the Circus Tavern, broadcast on Sky Sports.Although Burnett was in good form, Taylor was in top form and won the match 4-1 in sets.