Chris Dobey, the Geordie sensation, kicked off his semi-final against Martin Schindler with a cracking nine-darter! The perfect leg lit up the arena as Dobey stormed through to the final, brushing Schindler aside 7-2 in a stunning performance. He was riding high, posting his fifth ton-plus average of the tournament—an absolute belter of a run.
Chisnall Snatches the Win
But it wasn’t all roses for Dobey when he faced off against the ever-consistent Dave Chisnall. Chizzy, as the fans lovingly call him, was having none of it. Despite Dobey’s earlier heroics, Chisnall sealed an 8-4 victory in the Players Championship 23 final. Dobey couldn’t quite keep up the pace from his dazzling semi-final, while Chisnall calmly kept his nerve to claim his second title of the year. Not too shabby, eh?
Darts is Full of Surprises
And get this, it wasn’t the only nine-darter of the day! Adam Warner also hit the magical nine in his second-round match, only to be knocked out by Jurjen van der Velde. Darts, full of ups and downs, just like a rollercoaster ride after a few pints of the black stuff.
Big hitters like Michael van Gerwen and Michael Smith were missing in action, but that didn’t make the day any less dramatic. Luke Humphries, the world No. 1, also suffered a surprise exit at the hands of the veteran Mervyn King in the last 16. The darting world never fails to keep you on your toes!
Chisnall Eyes Bigger Prizes
Reflecting on his win, Chisnall said, “It wasn’t the best game, but I’m buzzing to get over the line.” The £15,000 prize that came with the win bumped him back to world No. 5. “I’m playing some of the best darts of my life right now, and I reckon the big titles could be coming my way soon,” he added.
With the World Grand Prix looming on the horizon, Chizzy is feeling confident, especially after showing some sharp form on his doubles. He’s not one to shy away from the big occasions, and Leicester’s Mattioli Arena is set to welcome him and the rest of the darting elite from October 7th to 13th.
Who’s Ready for the World Grand Prix?
The Grand Prix is always a treat, and this year’s lineup is shaping up to be one for the ages. Luke Humphries, fresh from his triumph in last year’s tournament, will be back to defend his title. But watch out for Chisnall, six-time champ Michael van Gerwen, and up-and-comer Luke Littler, who’s ready to make his debut on the big stage. It’s sure to be a proper nail-biter, with the semi-finals and final now being played over even more sets. You won’t want to miss this!
And that’s the craic from Leicester! Keep your eyes peeled for more darting drama as the Grand Prix rolls into town. Will Chisnall continue his winning ways, or will someone else rise to the occasion? Grab your pint, settle in, and enjoy the ride—it’s going to be a belter!
