Australian Kyle Anderson has died at the age of 33, the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) has confirmed. According to the Daily Mail Fordham once drank 62 bottles of Pils after celebrating he and his wife Jennys first wedding anniversary in 2001. A fantastic dart player and an even nicer bloke. Kyle Anderson has passed away at the age of 33, the Professional Darts Corporation has confirmed. Australia's first Indigenous professional darts player was a true trailblazer for the sport. Darts hero Shaun Greatbatch has passed away at the age of 52. Having played since 1984, he announced his retirement in 2019 after being knocked out in the first round of the world championship only to change his mind and make a comeback last year. Id love to play again. Let us know in the comments section below, One fan wrote: Saddened to hear the news about Shaun Greatbatch, quality guy, will always be remembered for that night in Holland., Another commented: Wow, that news has shocked me. Professional Darts Corporation president Hearn said he was "a popular player on the tour" whose "talent and dedication made him an inspiration to other players around the world.". He won a first ranking title at a Players Championship event in August 2017 and won the Auckland Darts Masters a week later. He has two sons one is also a darts player and two grandsons. Never a dull moment with you around. 4-min read. ", Current world No 5 James Wade commented: "Sad to hear the news that Mike Gregory has passed away. But I spoke to my doctor who warned me the virus can hit you very quickly. Andy who once weighed 31 stone and downed 25 bottles of lager a day had spoken openly about his health issues. ", Darts referee Russ Bray said: "I am absolutely devastated to hear Kyle Anderson has passed away. It was Bobby George who gave Andy Fordham the nickname The Viking. 22:25, 1 MAR 2023 Julie Dart, 18, was killed by Michael Sams A former police officer who worked on the case of Stephanie Slater's kidnap has given the reason he thinks killer Michael Sams let Stephanie go despite murdering Leeds teen Julie Dart. Topics:.css-wpf514{color:#72B97D;}SPORT, PDC, Absolutely gutted hearing the news this morning. Once his picture ended up on Top Of The Pops behind Dexys Midnight Runners as they sang Jackie Wilson Said. The 58-year-old, who has been beset by health problems in recent years, told The Sun: This is the scariest thing Ive ever had to face in my life.. But it was a year later that he won wordlwide acclaim as the first ever Embassy World professional champion. WHAT WERE ANDY FORDHAMS FINAL COMPETITION APPEARANCES? He was told by doctors he would need surgery. A favourite of the British darts circuit, Fordham won the 2004 BDO World Darts Championship during a prestigious and full-throttle career. I wish now it had been different because I wouldn't have the problems I've got now. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Professional darts referee George Noble tweeted: "Unfortunately (it) is true he passed away this morning. ", The PDC released a statement saying: "The Professional Darts Corporation expresses its condolences to the family and friends of former player Mike Gregory. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. He will be sadly missed. Shaun himself had been diagnosed with bone marrow cancer in 2008, for which he underwent treatment. Thoughts go to all your family. The OnlyFans model and Twitch streamer's Estonian stalker is back, attempting to break in before leaving a mysterious box and key at the front door of her home. Sincere condolences go out to his family and friends. A credit to Australian and world darts. He made two final appearances at the Lakeside in 2005 and 2006 before health issues saw him not able to take to the stage for the final time he qualified back in 2007 to face his 2006 opponent, Simon Whitlock. But it was in the showdown with Englishman John Lowe where Rees made his name, and etched himself in the arrows hall of fame. Eric Bristow: Five-time darts world champion dies aged 60 'Tears for a legend backstage'. What is your favourite Shaun Greatbatch moment? ANDY FORDHAM went into sporting folklore for being a darts world champion and downing 24 bottles of lager a day. DARTS LEGEND ANDY FORDHAM VOWS TO FIGHT UNTIL HE CANT ANY MORE AS HE FACES LIFE-SAVING BOWEL OPERATION. 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While appearing on Celebrity Fit Club in 2004, Fordham revealed he gave up drinking beer and instead drank six bottles of wine a day while on a five-day stag do in Tenerife. "Kyle's achievements in his short-lived career were outstanding, notably his Auckland Darts Masters win, and a fitting reward for the sacrifices he made to follow his dream. Our thoughts are with Kyle's family and friends at this time. In addition, they have four children. A spokesperson confirmed to SunSport that The Viking PDC president Barry Hearn said: We send our condolences and best wishes to Kyles family and friends at this terribly sad time, particularly his wife and children. 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To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Along with the likes of Lowe, Eric Bristow, Jocky Wilson and Cliff Lazarenko, Rees helped to popularise darts and give the sport mass appeal. One of eight players to hit a nine-dart finish at the PDC World Championship, Anderson turned professional in Australian darts star Kyle Anderson has died aged 33. According to the Daily Mail Fordham once drank 62 bottles of Pils after celebrating he and his wife Jennys first wedding anniversary in 2001. Born in Mexborough, Yorkshire, the former coal merchant won two world championships and was the first player to win both the BDO and PDC titles, in 1991 and 1994. You can find out more information on our email newsletter on this link here. Fordham even revealed his dream of returning to the oche once again. You always made me laugh every time we met. We had many great games and a fantastic player. Get into darts, an addictive and entertaining sport that will do wonders for your social life. Kyle Anderson, a decorated Australian darts player, has died. Tributes have been paid to professional darts player Kyle Anderson, who has died at the age of 33. RIP Mike .". Something went wrong, please try again later. Devastating news. pic.twitter.com/1tpS9U5HZY, Michael Van Gerwen wrote: A lovely man and always fun to be with, very sorry to hear about Kyle. "We send our condolences and best wishes to Kyle's family and friends at this terribly sad time, particularly his wife and children," said Hearn in a statement. A lovely man and good friend. Anderson returned to his home city of Perth in 2020 at the start of the coronavirus pandemic and relinquished his PDC Tour Card earlier this year, opting to remain in Australia ahead of the birth of his second child. The OnlyFans model and Twitch streamer's Estonian stalker is back, attempting to break in before leaving a mysterious box and key at the front door of her home. He once drunk up to 24 bottles of lager before a match, and revealed he had not given up hope of playing on the big stage once again. ", Bobby George also paid tribute saying: "So sad to hear of Mike Gregorys passing. RIP, Mr 9-Dart Man., Former world no.1 Steve Beaton added: So sad to hear the awful news that Shaun Greatbatch has passed away at only 52. 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Darts hero Shaun Greatbatch has passed away at the age of 52. She wrote: With a heavy heart and deep sorrow, Im letting you know of the death of my dearest husband Shaun, yesterday afternoon, he was the most amazing, kind, caring, loving, funny best friend, father and grandfather you could ask for, and will be heartbrokenly missed by us all.. Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'. Fordham told SunSport: Right now I am just about coping. In January 2007, he collapsed while preparing for the opening match of the BDO Worlds. A SCOTS darts star has tragically died from Covid as pals paid tribute to him. Current World Champion Gerwyn Price said Anderson was "the nicest person in darts always had time for everyone" and sent messages of love to his wife and young family. During his career, Fordham won the following darts titles: THE DARTS LEGEND HAD SUFFERED WITH A BLOCKAGE IN HIS BOWELS. The docs advice led Fordham to seek help and assistance with TV programme Celebrity Fit Club, where he became friends with the journalist and TV presenter Paul Ross. Bristow was one of the founder players when the Professional Darts Corporation was formed in 1993 as some of the sports leading stars broke away from the BDO. The optical illusion will leave you stumped as it's asking people to spot the ghost hiding inside the room. Fordham was a superb player who was hugely popular with fans. He beat Barry Atkinson of Australia in the first round, fellow countryman Alan Evans in the quarter-final and America's Nicky Virachkul in the semis. May the legend rest in paradise. Phil Taylor. Dad-of-three Hankey, who lives in Telford, Shropshire, with wife Sarah has carried on playing but failed to equal his success. He made his World Championship debut in 2012-13 and relocated to Nottingham in the UK after becoming a regular on the tour, winning a Players Championship ranking event in 2017. Sixteen-time World Champion Taylor tweeted: "What terrible news to wake up to what a nice friendly man. He was a cartoon character with forearms as thick as most peoples legs, George said after Fordham died, aged 59. The giant of Welsh darts was a proud member of the Wales team which won the first WDF World Cup in 1977, when he was also crowned World Cup singles champion. The Esquire Club in Dickinson hosted the 4th Annual Chris Dolajak Memorial Dart Tournament, who died unexpectedly in 2019, and witnessed over 50 participants support the event. Along with Eric Bristow and Jocky Wilson, Lowe dominated darts during the 1980s and was one of the 16 who broke away from the BDO to form the PDC. Fordham last played at the Lakeside world champs 13 years ago and made a memorable appearance at the 2015 Grand Slam of Darts. Racing Golf Tennis Athletics Darts Snooker US Sports. News, Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player. We had many great games and a fantastic player. Shaun Greatbatch has passed away aged just 52, with darts fans everywhere paying tribute to the first player ever to land a nine-darter live on television back in 2002. Time away from the oche followed with Fordham returning in low key tournaments before mounting a charge to attempt to qualify for the 2008 World Championship but he lost out in the Last 128. Check out the BBC Sport Live Guide for details of all the forthcoming live sport on the BBC. Popular Dutchman Barney spent 20 years in the BDO, winning four world championships, before switching to the PDC and scooping his fifth. HOW MANY DARTS TITLES DID ANDY FORDHAM WIN? The Australian played in seven World Championships, where he threw a nine-dart finish in 2014. It was the 30th World Darts Championship to be Australian darts star Kyle Anderson has died at the age of 33. But the 53-year-old also once punched a dartboard in a fit of oche rage and in 2012 he was forced to deny being drunk on stage after looking unsteady it later emerged he had suffered a stroke. He had always been known as a big drinker, making him a much-loved fan-favourite. Fordham delivered his finest hour by beating Mervyn King to win the Lakeside World Championship in 2004. He was awarded an MBE. WebIn 2012, Evison attempted to rejoin the PDC via the Qualifying School but failed to earn a tour card. In January 2007, he collapsed while preparing for the opening match of the BDO Worlds. I remember the British Open in Bridlington a few years back., FORDHAM RECENTLY ADMITTED HE WAS 'TERRIFIED OF DYING' AFTER BEING DIAGNOSED WITH CORONAVIRUS. Stoke's Taylor is the richest and most successful darts player in This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. And that's it, job done. In January Fordham told SunSport: Right now I am just about coping. You expected him to be carrying a huge sword.. He made his World Championship debut at the 2012/13 event and made a nine This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. The Viking made two final appearances at the Lakeside in 2005 and 2006 before health issues saw him not able to take to the stage for the final time he qualified back in 2007 to face his 2006 opponent, Simon Whitlock. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The darts world hasn't been the same with you not around brother. FORMER darts great Eric Bristow has passed away aged 60. 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For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Tributes have been paid to Mike Gregory after he passed away aged 65, Gregory lost in the 1992 World Darts Championship final to Phil Taylor, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). In 2009, he got his weight down to 16 stone but last year he ballooned back up to 28 stone. Let us know in the comments section. Never a dull moment with you around. A number of players who shared the oche with Anderson throughout his career have also paid tribute to the popular Australian. RIP my friend. Former BDO world champion Stephen Bunting tweeted: "Absolutely gutted hearing the news this morning. "Kyle's achievements in his short-lived career were outstanding, notably his Auckland Darts Masters win, and a fitting reward for the sacrifices he made to follow his dream. Last updated on 24 August 202124 August 2021.From the section Darts. Fordham, Despite his struggles he went on to win the programmes biggest loser challenge, losing more than three stone in weight. The Scotsman was the ultimate darts player for many, clutching a cigarette or a drink while at the oche. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. For other inquiries, Contact Us. His darts career, however, began as a darts team player with the Powder Monkey in Wallsend. Anderson also suffered from diabetes. He was a cartoon character with forearms as thick as most peoples legs, George said after Fordham died, aged 59. The darts world hasn't been the same with you not around brother.