Gary Anderson triumphed in a closely contested first round match at the World Darts Championship. However, his opponent Adam Hunt sparked outrage among fans due to his controversial antics on stage.
World Championship Drama at Alexandra Palace
The prestigious tournament is currently underway at the iconic Alexandra Palace, featuring some of the best players in darts competing for the Sid Waddell Trophy. Anderson, a two-time champion, advanced after a nail-biting 3-2 victory against Hunt.
Controversial Checkout Leads to Fan Fury
During the match, Hunt, ranked 84th in the world, performed a viral dance known as the “six-seven dance” not once, but twice. This behavior occurred both during his walkout and after he secured the second set with a notable checkout.
Fans responded angrily on social media, criticizing Hunt’s actions. Comments included:
- “He can’t keep getting away with this.”
- “Deserved to be knocked out for that alone.”
- “I genuinely think it can’t get any worse.”
- “Should never play again.”
Anderson’s Response to Hunt’s Mind Games
At 54 years old, Anderson has considerable experience and did not hold back when discussing Hunt’s antics. He accused Hunt of attempting to play mind games, recalling an instance where Hunt questioned his performance. Anderson confidently asserted:
“I can still play the game how it should be,” emphasizing his consistent high averages in the sport.
Anderson is set to face the winner of the first-round match between Connor Scutt and Simon Whitlock as the tournament progresses.
Other Notable Matches in the Tournament
Defending champion Luke Littler overcame Darius Labanauskas, while top players like Michael Smith and Gian van Veen also made it through the opening rounds. The stakes are high as the competition continues at the World Darts Championship.
