The Darts World 50 – 1977
Just think that, in the modern era, he would still have been eligible for the World Youth Championship and the Development Tour! Continue reading The Darts World 50 – 1977
Tag: Eric Bristow
Wright Seeks to Fill Slam Sized Gap in Trophy Cabinet
“It would be really nice to add this title to my collection,” Continue reading Wright Seeks to Fill Slam Sized Gap in Trophy Cabinet
Remember Bannockburn
After the match, it had to be explained to Bristow that it referred to an ancient battle where the English were roundly beaten by the Scots…. Continue reading Remember Bannockburn
Talking Points: World Championship Words
Talking Points is a regular area of the Darts World platforms and involves important or smaller pieces of news or those stories which may need longer exposure than the 24hrs cycle usually allows. Continue reading Talking Points: World Championship Words
World Seniors Tribute to Tungsten Titans
….Leighton Rees, the incomparable Eric Bristow, the phenomenon that was Jocky Wilson and the much loved Viking, Andy Fordham…. Continue reading World Seniors Tribute to Tungsten Titans
Unsung Heroes – Tony Brown
Brown claimed the Indoor League and British Open titles in 1977 and ’79 respectively. He was placed third in the World Championships in 1979 and 1980….. Continue reading Unsung Heroes – Tony Brown
Eric Bristow: How Good Was ‘The Crafty Cockney’?
Bristow brought us an unmatched package of skill, unrivalled competitiveness, pomp, aggression, flair and humour. Continue reading Eric Bristow: How Good Was ‘The Crafty Cockney’?
Tactical Blunders: 6 of the Worst Sporting Decisions.
After great moments of sporting triumph, or disaster, many folks are paid to discuss the reasons behind such moments. Why did one side win? or one player has an edge on a certain day? On some occasions, it really does not take an army of pundits to see the failure and the direct cause. The costly tactical blunder is as a true a part of … Continue reading Tactical Blunders: 6 of the Worst Sporting Decisions.
Darts, The Technology Game? Part 1
the jury is still out on “technological advances” in the barrel and grip areas. Yet the development, presentation, and marketing of these premium products goes from strength to strength Continue reading Darts, The Technology Game? Part 1
Darts, The Ultimate Premier League.
Premier League darts has been a huge success. The opportunity to see ten of the best players, across a single raucous night, in huge venues has proven an important driver in PDC darts being the showcase for the professional game. Crowds, in the tens of thousands, flock to buy tickets for the biggest professional exhibition/competition. There is a healthy debate each year regarding who should … Continue reading Darts, The Ultimate Premier League.