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Yahoo
7 hours ago
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Cross and Bunting knocked out of US Darts Masters
Reigning champion Rob Cross and top seed Stephen Bunting suffered shock defeats on the opening night of the US Darts Masters at Madison Square Garden in New York. England's Cross suffered a 6-0 defeat by American Danny Lauby, who had previously lost three times in the first round of the event, which is part of the World Series of Darts. Advertisement Englishman Bunting managed a 170 checkout, but American qualifier Jason Brandon won 6-4 and will next face Australian Damon Heta. England's world number one Luke Humphries came from 4-3 down against American Stowe Buntz, winning the final three legs to set up a meeting with Lauby. World champion Luke Littler eased into the last eight thanks to a 6-1 win over American Jules van Dongen, securing his success with a 120 checkout of three double 20s. His next opponent will be fellow Englishman Nathan Aspinall, who won the title in 2019 when the tournament was held in Las Vegas and who beat Canadian number one Matt Campbell 6-2. Advertisement Two-time champion Michael van Gerwen returned to action after announcing last month he had separated from his wife Daphne with a 6-1 win over American Leonard Gates. The Dutchman will next face Welshman Gerwyn Price, the runner-up in 2024 who averaged 102.47 and hit six 180s in his 6-2 win over American qualifier Adam Sevada.
BBC News
8 hours ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Cross and Bunting knocked out of US Darts Masters
Reigning champion Rob Cross and top seed Stephen Bunting suffered shock defeats on the opening night of the US Darts Masters at Madison Square Garden in New Cross suffered a 6-0 defeat by American Danny Lauby, who had previously lost three times in the first round of the event, which is part of the World Series of Bunting managed a 170 checkout, but American qualifier Jason Brandon won 6-4 and will next face Australian Damon world number one Luke Humphries came from 4-3 down against American Stowe Buntz, winning the final three legs to set up a meeting with champion Luke Littler eased into the last eight thanks to a 6-1 win over American Jules van Dongen, securing his success with a 120 checkout of three double 20s. His next opponent will be fellow Englishman Nathan Aspinall, who won the title in 2019 when the tournament was held in Las Vegas and who beat Canadian number one Matt Campbell champion Michael van Gerwen returned to action after announcing last month he had separated from his wife Daphne with a 6-1 win over American Leonard Dutchman will next face Welshman Gerwyn Price, the runner-up in 2024 who averaged 102.47 and hit six 180s in his 6-2 win over American qualifier Adam Sevada.
BBC News
18-06-2025
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- BBC News
Bunting wins first Players Championship title since 2021
Stephen Bunting produced a dazzling display to beat Jermaine Wattimena and win the 18th Players Championship of world number four hit six 180s and averaged 104.84 as he dominated the final against his Dutch opponent in broke to win the first leg before Bunting reeled off six legs in a row - with checkouts of 164 and 156 along the way - to take complete Wattimena getting it back to 7-5, Bunting would not be denied and took out 94 for an 11-darter that secured his first Players Championship title for nearly four the Liverpudlian averaged 106.43 as he beat Alan Soutar 6-4 in the last 16 before coming through last-leg deciders in both the quarter and beat Karel Sedlacek of the Czech Republic 6-5 - again averaging over 100 - and then edged past former World Championship semi-finalist Dave Chisnall 7-6 in the last had gone two better as he won four one-leg shootouts in a row - beating Josh Rock, Ryan Searle, Mike de Decker and Niels Zonneveld - before coming unstuck against Bunting in the Chris Dobey won the 17th event on Tuesday, the triple-header in Leicester concludes with Players Championship 20 on are 34 Players Championship events across the year, with the competition's finals held in Minehead in November.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
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Popular pop-up darts shop set to open
Red Rose Darts' try before you buy pop-up shop is making its debut in Wigton on June 14. The store has over 600 dart sets available for try, including a range of affordable options for beginners. Customers at the White Heather Hotel can test out as many sets as they would like to find their perfect match. Red Rose Darts are also hosting a darts competition where pairs can enter for £10. The format is best of five legs until the semi-final and final. The shop runs a 'try before you buy' policy (Image: Archive)The pop-up is open from 11am- 2pm and competition registration starts at 12pm with the competition kicking off at 1pm. A spokesperson for Red Rose Darts said: 'Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, our darts shop is open to everyone. 'You don't need to participate in the competition to visit us, so feel free to drop by and explore.' The pop-up is also running a nine-dart challenge where you aim to get the highest score over nine dart throws. All proceeds made from the challenge will be donated to support Cumbria Cerebral Palsy to support their fundraising efforts. The pop-up previously visited Carlisle in January following the World Championship of Darts, where Luke Littler claimed the title. As for stock, the shop has a wide variety of darts equipment, including popular player, Stephen Bunting branded 95k darts set and a type of dart, K-flex sets with branding from some of the games top players, such as Luke Littler and Phil 'the Power' Taylor. Some of the stock you can expect to see at the event. (Image: Red Rose Darts) The shop also stocks professional-quality dartboards, lights, surrounds, and mats for customers to pick up. The event will also provide food and drink, the bar will be open throughout the day, and customers are welcome to bring their own drinks into the shop area. Food will be available all day long.
The Irish Sun
08-06-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
‘What a feeling' – Topless Steve Bunting copies Luke Littler as he sleeps with Nordic Darts Masters Trophy
STEPHEN BUNTING is going global as he tries to prove his Premier League flop was a one-off. The Bullet, 40, picked up a second World Series of Darts title this year on Saturday night as he beat Rob Cross 8-4 in the final in Copenhagen. 2 Stephen Bunting won the Nordic Darts Masters on Saturday in Copenhagen Credit: PA 2 The 40-year-old took his trophy to his hotel room after beating Rob Cross in the final Credit: X The 40-year-old He wrote on X: "Good morning Copenhagen! What a great feeling waking up along side this beauty." Bunting's performances were a contrast to the misery he had endured during the 17-week Prem where he READ MORE ON DARTS Finishing bottom of the eight-man table would have rocked the confidence of lesser men. But the St Helens thrower – whose Trips to New York, Poland, Australia and New Zealand this summer could consolidate his position at the top of the rankings for this invitational series. He said: "Listen, in the Premier League, you're playing the best players in the world. Most read in Darts BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK "For whatever reason, it just didn't happen for me. I said to my management and family, I won't lose heart. I still believe. "I put in some really good performances. Unfortunately it wasn't to be. Premier League Darts star Stephen Bunting 'moonlighting as Rangers steward' as incredible Ibrox doppelganger spotted "It was a long time since I had been in the Premier League, 10 years in fact, and it was like going back to a new school this year. I was proud of myself towards the end. "I have shown how good I can be, especially on the World Series. "I believe I am consistent. My doubles have let me down in the last two months. "Sometimes I have to pinch myself. I know how good I can be. It's dog-eat-dog out there. I'm glad to be up there in the rankings. "These aren't ranked tournaments. I will take these wins. It's all about gaining confidence, it's like a snowball effect. "Hopefully this can rub off in the likes of the World Matchplay and other ProTours. I am looking forward to the rest of the season. "When I went out in the arena, I saw the scarves, the shirts, the 'Bunting Mental' hats and cheers and chants. "It was a great venue. The crowd rooted for me and got me through my games."
