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Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Michael Smith health update as former darts world champion forced to undergo blood tests and withdraw from tournament
INJURY UPDATE Michael Smith health update as former darts world champion forced to undergo blood tests and withdraw from tournament Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MICHAEL SMITH has been forced to undergo blood tests and withdraw from tournaments amid ongoing health problems. The former world champion is set to miss Players Championships 22 and 23 and European Tour 11 and 12. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Michael Smith is suffering from health issues Credit: Rex Smith has already been ruled out of the World Matchplay following a spate of injuries and illness issues. And it threatens to see him also miss the World Grand Prix and European Championship. Smith has arthritis in his throwing hand, problems with his foot and ankle as well as an ongoing shoulder injury. Darting Promotions said in a statement: "We have become aware over the last few days of reports/comments on social media regarding Michael and his participation in events in the near future. "Ourselves and Michael would like to provide a short update on the injuries which have been affecting him in recent months and assure fans that he will be back fully fit very soon. "As you are all aware Michael has been suffering with arthritis in his right hand for a while and has recently developed a problem with his left foot/ankle. "After recent blood tests this has revealed certain answers and we are now hopeful that with a course of medication these problems can be controlled in the future. "As you will have seen Michael has withdrawn from this week's events in Germany, this is due to him requiring a scan on his shoulder which was damaged at Christmas time. "This has been arranged for this week which unfortunately means he is unable to take part in the upcoming Pro Tours and European Tour qualifiers. "We feel this is now the right time to hopefully resolve the above issues and allow Michael to get back to his best and be back playing the way we all know he can." Luke Littler sends Blackpool wild as he wins World Matchplay Darts Smith, 34, revealed in January that he has had arthritis issues since he was a teenager. He said: "Feel like this is needed to be said as I'm annoyed seeing I'm finished or what's happening it's this or that. "The last 6 weeks I've had a grade 2 AC shoulder injury and seeking physio every 2/3 days to help that but for 3/4 years I've been fighting something else. "I broke both my wrists when I was 19 and now it's catching up with me and now suffering with arthritis to my right hand. "This isn't sympathy or a cry for help. This is letting you all in to it. I've never give up or stopped from any pain. "I played a world final with a broken hand. I made a UK Open final with a hole in my groin. I've won Pro Tours and Euros with problems with my ankle. "What this statement means is this is me opening up and letting you all know. "I didn't say earlier as I was scared of losing the Premier League or losing World Series but I wasn't picked anyway so why not now. "I see the specialist Monday and when I know you will know what will happen over the next month or so. "I'll never let anything beat me and I promise I'll be back very VERY quickly."
The Sun
a day ago
- Health
- The Sun
Michael Smith health update as former darts world champion forced to undergo blood tests and withdraw from tournament
MICHAEL SMITH has been forced to undergo blood tests and withdraw from tournaments amid ongoing health problems. The former world champion is set to miss Players Championships 22 and 23 and European Tour 11 and 12. 1 Smith has already been ruled out of the World Matchplay following a spate of injuries and illness issues. And it threatens to see him also miss the World Grand Prix and European Championship. Smith has arthritis in his throwing hand, problems with his foot and ankle as well as an ongoing shoulder injury. Darting Promotions said in a statement: "We have become aware over the last few days of reports/comments on social media regarding Michael and his participation in events in the near future. "Ourselves and Michael would like to provide a short update on the injuries which have been affecting him in recent months and assure fans that he will be back fully fit very soon. "As you are all aware Michael has been suffering with arthritis in his right hand for a while and has recently developed a problem with his left foot/ankle. "After recent blood tests this has revealed certain answers and we are now hopeful that with a course of medication these problems can be controlled in the future. "As you will have seen Michael has withdrawn from this week's events in Germany, this is due to him requiring a scan on his shoulder which was damaged at Christmas time. "This has been arranged for this week which unfortunately means he is unable to take part in the upcoming Pro Tours and European Tour qualifiers. "We feel this is now the right time to hopefully resolve the above issues and allow Michael to get back to his best and be back playing the way we all know he can." Smith, 34, revealed in January that he has had arthritis issues since he was a teenager. He said: "Feel like this is needed to be said as I'm annoyed seeing I'm finished or what's happening it's this or that. "The last 6 weeks I've had a grade 2 AC shoulder injury and seeking physio every 2/3 days to help that but for 3/4 years I've been fighting something else. "I broke both my wrists when I was 19 and now it's catching up with me and now suffering with arthritis to my right hand. "This isn't sympathy or a cry for help. This is letting you all in to it. I've never give up or stopped from any pain. "I played a world final with a broken hand. I made a UK Open final with a hole in my groin. I've won Pro Tours and Euros with problems with my ankle. "What this statement means is this is me opening up and letting you all know. "I didn't say earlier as I was scared of losing the Premier League or losing World Series but I wasn't picked anyway so why not now. "I see the specialist Monday and when I know you will know what will happen over the next month or so. "I'll never let anything beat me and I promise I'll be back very VERY quickly."
BBC News
5 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
'I can't wait to get going'
New Preston North End signing Michael Smith says he "can't wait to get going" following his move from Sheffield Wednesday earlier this 33-year-old left the Owls after his contract was ended by "mutual consent" along with former team-mate Josh Windass, who has subsequently moved to scored for Wednesday against Preston in a 1-1 draw at Hillsborough last December and is looking forward to reuniting with head coach Paul Heckingbottom, who he also worked with during a loan spell at Barnsley in 2015-16."Even at my age, with my experience, it's still always a little bit nerve-wracking coming into a new club but it seems like a good group to be a part of," Smith told BBC Radio Lancashire."The settling in period comes and goes really quickly. I'm going to have to play catch up a little bit but I've managed to get some runs in so I can't wait to get going."Obviously I've played under the manager before so I sort of know how he works. I want to come here and keep trying to get better even at my age."I know I've missed the pre-season trip so I'll be spending a lot of time getting to know the squad and on the training ground - hopefully it stands us in good stead come August."I've never had a good game there [at Deepdale] as an away player so I'm looking to change that but it's always been a stadium I've enjoyed playing at."
Globe and Mail
22-07-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Element79 Gold Corp Shifts Focus to US Projects and Appoints New VP of Corporate Development
Element79 Gold Corp. (CSE: ELEM | FSE: 7YS0 | OTC: ELMGF), a gold and silver exploration company, has issued a strategic corporate update for the remainder of 2025, highlighting a renewed operational focus on its advanced-stage Nevada projects and the appointment of Michael Smith as Vice President, Corporate Development. In the near term, the Company is accelerating development across its Nevada portfolio, including the Elephant Project—where a NI 43-101 technical report and work plan are being finalized—and the pending acquisition of the drill-ready Gold Mountain Project. These U.S.-based assets represent a shift toward jurisdictions with clearer permitting pathways and near-term execution potential. In addition to Element79 Gold Corp. (CSE: ELEM | OTCQB: ELMGF) keep an eye on other stocks making waves: Wang & Lee Inc. (NASDAQ: WLGS), Dragonfly Energy (NASDAQ: DFLI), NuCana plc (NASDAQ: NCNA), GIBO Ltd (NASDAQ: GIBO) and Power Metallic Mines Inc. (TSXV: PNPN) (OTCQB: PNPNF), as they are moving aggressively in early Trading trading today. To support this growth trajectory and capital markets strategy, Element79 is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Smith as Vice President, Corporate Development. Engaged under contract, Mr. Smith brings more than 15 years of leadership experience in business development, capital raising, public company operations, and investor relations. As Founder of Lions Bridge Capital, he has advised numerous startups and CSE-listed companies, with expertise in M&A, compliance, and corporate messaging—directly aligning with Element79's objectives in advancing its Nevada assets. The Company has declared force majeure on its Lucero Project in Peru, citing ongoing political instability, regulatory uncertainty, and community access challenges that have delayed exploration activities. While long-term engagement with stakeholders in Chachas continues, internal assessments indicate that material progress on surface rights will continue in the future. Element79 is actively exploring a potential restructuring of its agreement with Condor Resources to position Lucero for future reactivation once conditions stabilize. Element79 Gold remains committed to unlocking shareholder value through strategic asset alignment, stakeholder engagement, and disciplined project advancement. For more information, visit: Disclaimers: The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides investors with a safe harbor with regard to forward-looking statements. Any statements that express or involve discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, assumptions, objectives, goals, and assumptions about future events or performance are not statements of historical fact and may be forward looking statements. Forward looking statements are based on expectations, estimates, and projections at the time the statements are made that involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those presently anticipated. Forward looking statements in this action may be identified through use of words such as projects, foresee, expects, will, anticipates, estimates, believes, understands, or that by statements, indicating certain actions & quotes; may, could or might occur Understand there is no guarantee past performance is indicative of future results. Investing in micro-cap or growth securities is highly speculative and carries an extremely high degree of risk. It is possible that an investor's investment may be lost or due to the speculative nature of the companies profiled. TheStreetReports (TSR) is responsible for the production and distribution of this content."TSR" is not operated by a licensed broker, a dealer, or a registered investment advisor. It should be expressly understood that under no circumstances does any information published herein represent a recommendation to buy or sell a security. "TSR" authors, contributors, or its agents, may be compensated for preparing research, video graphics, podcasts and editorial content. "TSR" has not been compensated to produce content related to "Any Companies" appearing herein. As part of that content, readers, subscribers, and everyone viewing this content are expected to read the full disclaimer in our website.
BBC News
22-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Preston sign former Sheff Wed striker Smith
Preston North End have signed Michael Smith on a two-year deal following his exit from Sheffield 33, and Josh Windass left the Owls last week after their contracts were ended "by mutual consent".Windass is set to join Wrexham and Smith has now joined North End after scoring eight times in the Championship last season."Smudge is a player we know all about from his vast experience in the EFL," manager Paul Heckingbottom told the club website, external."He's a really intelligent footballer and a brilliant finisher who adds something different to our team with the way he plays."He'll give us a real focal point at the top end of the pitch and he's a striker who has a proven knack of being in the right place at the right time."Smith added: "It's a big club that I want to be a part of. As a striker you pride yourself on goals."I've managed to score a few over the years and hopefully I can still keep getting better and keep developing under this manager and score a few more."Preston begin their Championship season away to QPR on Saturday, 9 August.
