Stephen Bunting achieved a remarkable victory over Raymond van Barneveld during a darts exhibition in Exeter. The event, held on Wednesday night, served as a prelude to the upcoming Players Championship Finals and the PDC World Darts Championship.
Bunting’s Dominance Over van Barneveld
Bunting secured a convincing 6-0 win against the legendary Dutch player, Raymond van Barneveld. This match, hosted by MODUS and MDA, marked a significant highlight in Exeter, a venue that currently only hosts exhibition events, with no regular darts taking place.
Upcoming Changes in the Darts Calendar
Notably, the Premier League will not return to Westpoint in Exeter next year. Instead, Belgium will enjoy its inaugural Premier League experience. As of now, Minehead remains the only local venue for darts, where the Players Championship Finals are scheduled for this weekend.
Other Matches on the Night
- Adrian Lewis faced Keegan Brown in an earlier match, narrowly winning 4-3.
- Ryan Searle, a local favorite, lost 4-3 to van Barneveld but later bounced back by defeating Lewis 6-2.
Searle, a previous finalist at the Players Championship Finals, aims to leverage his local support as he prepares for another strong performance this weekend.
Looking Ahead
The current darts season is drawing to a close, with many players participating in exhibitions while gearing up for the prestigious Ally Pally, commencing on December 11. As the schedule intensifies, darts fans can look forward to thrilling matches in the coming weeks.
