He was a gentle giant of a man,loved by his rivals and fans. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. In February 2020, it led to him being rushed to hospital where an operation on his bowel led to him having 16 litres of fluid drained from his body. Despite his struggles he went on to win the programmes biggest loser challenge, losing more than three stone in weight. And his talent arguably deserved more than the one BDO World Championship he won in 2004. Rees had four rounds to battle through to win in 1978. Anderson is known for being one of only eight players ever to His darts career, however, began as a darts team player with the Powder Monkey in Wallsend. 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 had always been known as a big drinker, making him a much-loved fan-favourite. Andy Fordham is pictured below when he was in hospital in March last year. In anemotional interview with SunSport earlier thisyear, the former world champion broke down in tears as he explained how a doctor had warned him he faced a make-or-break few days. 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. The death of popular dad-of-two Neil McAfee, 58, has shocked the local community. The Count was the pantomime villain of darts, walking on in a Dracula cloak and chucking toy bats at the audience. SunSport revealed that in 2020 the 2004 BDO World Darts Champion was recovering at home in South-East London after being discharged from hospital following a blockage in his bowels. In anemotional interview with SunSport earlier thisyear, the former world champion broke down in tears as he explained how a doctor had warned him he faced a make-or-break few days. ", The Professional Darts Players Association tweeted: "So sad to wake up to the news today that Kyle Anderson has passed away, our sincere condolences to all his family and friends. WebThe Australian darts player Kyle Andersons cause of death has been followed by mixed rumors after the star reportedly passed away on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, at the young age of 33. From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing. Wales' Mark Webster paid tribute to "a great guy who made massive sacrifices to pursue his dream. 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Unfortunately, that was the peak for the man from Ynysybwl, he never won a second world championship, although he had another good run the following year. The darts world hasn't been the same with you not around brother. Fellow former world champ Adrian Lewis tweeted: Sad to hear the passing of a legend Andy Fordham our thoughts are with his family.. Despite recovering from Covid, the darts legend sadly passed away following organ failure just 6 months after battling the virus. But it was in the showdown with Englishman John Lowe where Rees made his name, and etched himself in the arrows hall of fame. Never a dull moment with you around. HOW DID ANDY FORDHAM EARN HIS NICKNAME THE VIKING? Tony Ayres has tragically died at the age of 54 (Image: PDC) Former Darts star Tony Ayres has died aged 54, the PDC has confirmed. Last updated on 24 August 202124 August 2021.From the section Darts. Tributes have poured in for the former darts ace, with Taylor saying: "Sorry to hear that Mike Gregory has passed away. His widow Jenny said: Andy was, is and always will be my champion.. "He was a popular player on the tour and his talent and dedication made him an inspiration to other players around the world. A legendary darts star and World Champion finalist from Bath has died aged 65. Family. Tributes have been paid to Australian darts player Kyle Anderson after it was announced he had died aged 33.He turned professional in 2014 and won his Jump In January 2007, he collapsed while preparing for the opening match of the BDO Worlds. 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Despite recovering from Covid, the darts legend sadly passed away following organ failure just 6 months after battling the virus. Barry Hearn and Phil Taylor have led tributes to Kyle Anderson who has died aged 33. Anderson's biggest tournament win was the Auckland Darts Masters in 2017. Undoubtedly one of the great names in darts, Rees was guaranteed his place in history by winning the first world title. The King of Bling always made an impression when he strutted onto the oche, sporting layers of jewellery plus a crown and cloak and holding a candelabra. His family have asked well wishers to donate to the charity Heart of Darts. And - after he had thrown every dart with his protege Ritchie Davies who was bidding to become the third Welshman to win the Embassy but lost 6-3 in the final to Dutchman Raymond van Barneveld - Rees said of his career in darts. William Wilson lost his life after a fight with the virus as a fundraiser was launched to My biggest fear is waking up one morning, not being able to breathe and being placed in the back of the ambulance then not seeing my wife and children again.. A favourite of the British darts circuit, Fordham won the 2004 BDO World Darts Championship during a prestigious and full-throttle career. Wilson said he needed seven or eight vodkas before a match to settle his nerves, and once fell off stage. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Man Utd revive interest in Barcelona star De Jong, Hits & misses: Problems still to solve for Potter; Newcastle must find goals, Rice: Brighton played us off the pitch, it was demoralising, Hamilton: Mercedes 'made step forward' despite 'average' car, Kyle Anderson: Australian darts star dies aged 33, Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. 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. Andy Fordham: Darts world champion dies aged 59. This service is provided on talkSPORT Ltd's Terms of Use in accordance with our Privacy Policy. But he was the huge character that everyone raised a glass to in all walks of life. Eric Bristow: Five-time darts world champion dies aged 60 'Tears for a legend backstage'. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. A lovely man and good friend. A SCOTS darts star has tragically died from Covid as pals paid tribute to him. We are all gonna miss you mate. And on top of any list of world darts champions only one thing is ever written - 1978 Leighton Rees (Wales). Id love to play again. 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. RIP Kyle Anderson. According to the Daily Mail Fordham once drank 62 bottles of Pils after celebrating he and his wife Jennys first wedding anniversary in 2001. 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. 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. Thoughts are with his family RIP.". Former BDO world champion Stephen Bunting tweeted: "Absolutely gutted hearing the news this morning. Fordham once weighed 31 stone and downed 25 bottles of lager a day before tackling his health issues - but despite shedding the pounds, his darts career began to slump and he took time off to re-hone his skills. "When I started out in my younger days, you played darts in a pub and you drank and you smoked. In an emotional interview the former world champion broke down in tears as he explained how a doctor has warned him he faces a make-or-break few days. Last year, the Viking was hospitalised with a bowel blockage before he was struck by coronavirus. To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we're happy to send you some reminders, Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications, .css-1diosym{color:black;}@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-1diosym{color:#fff;}}Published8:46,24 August 2021 BST@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-jirzs7{color:#72B97D;}}| Last updated9:47,24 August 2021 BST. A fan favourite during his eventful career, the Viking won the 2004 BDO World Championship after defeating Mervyn King in the final. Thoughts go out to all his family at this sad time. Xx", Glittering drama based on the audacious Brinks-Mat security depot heist, A corrupt copper and a Leeds gangster are bound together by decades of dishonesty. Everyone at the PDC sends their condolences to Tony's family and friends." Check out the BBC Sport Live Guide for details of all the forthcoming live sport on the BBC. He returned to Australia during the pandemic, catching Covid-19 himself in 2020. The Power retired in 2018 but has signed to make a comeback at a new over-50s World Seniors tournament next year against former champs. Andy Fordham sadly lost his life on Thursday, and the darts legend left behind a legacy most can only dream of. But he accepted his career was blighted by heavy boozing, which meant that he never capitalised on that BDO world title. His walk-on tune was Im Too Sexy by Right Said Fred but for so long he was the nearly man of the oche with four semi-final defeats until he finally got his hands of the famous old trophy. RIP, . ", Darts referee Russ Bray said: "I am absolutely devastated to hear Kyle Anderson has passed away. Once his picture ended up on Top Of The Pops behind Dexys Midnight Runners as they sang Jackie Wilson Said. You will be missed my friend. Last year, the Vikingwas hospitalised with a bowel blockagebefore he wasstruck by coronavirus. WebThe 2023 PDC World Darts Championship (known as the 2023 Cazoo World Darts Championship) was a professional darts event that took place at Alexandra Palace in London, England, from 15 December 2022 to 3 January 2023.It was the 30th World Darts Championship to be organised by the Professional Darts Corporation since it separated Fordham was a superb player who was hugely popular with fans. Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter! Nicknamed The Original, Anderson was a regular on the Professional Darts Corporation tour in the UK over several years, earning his PDC Tour Card through Q School in 2014. Died Country Ref Adam Gawlas: 2002 Czech Republic: Aden Kirk: Captain But his cult status fare outgrew his ability with a set of darts. It was 17 years before another player from Wales won the Embassy, with Ritchie Burnett victorious at the Lakeside in 1995. 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. 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. During his career, Fordham won the following darts titles: THE DARTS LEGEND HAD SUFFERED WITH A BLOCKAGE IN HIS BOWELS. DARTS legend Leighton Rees - the first-ever winner of the Embassy World Darts crown in 1978 - died yesterday at the age of 63. He is of a different era.". 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. 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. A nicer person you could not wish to meet. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "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. He turned professional in 2014 and won his first ranking title at a Players Championship event in August 2017. 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