Andy Fordham is pictured below when he was in hospital in March last year. Despite his struggles he went on to win the programmes biggest loser challenge, losing more than three stone in weight. Fordham was a superb player who was hugely popular with fans. Despite his struggles he went on to win the programmes biggest loser challenge, losing more than three stone in weight. ", Current world No 5 James Wade commented: "Sad to hear the news that Mike Gregory has passed away. Anderson played in seven You can find out more information on our email newsletter on this link here. Devastating news. He will be sadly missed., A lovely man and always fun to be with, very sorry to hear about Kyle. Fordham delivered his finest hour by beating Mervyn King to win the Lakeside World Championship in 2004. 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"We send our condolences and best wishes to Kyle's family and friends at this terribly sad time, particularly his wife and children," said PDC president Barry Hearn. Former BDO world champion Stephen Bunting tweeted: "Absolutely gutted hearing the news this morning. His darts career, however, began as a darts team player with the Powder Monkey in Wallsend. WHAT WERE ANDY FORDHAM'S FINAL COMPETITION APPEARANCES? 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You always made me laugh every time we met. During his career, Fordham won the following darts titles: THE DARTS LEGEND HAD SUFFERED WITH A BLOCKAGE IN HIS BOWELS. 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. HOW DID ANDY FORDHAM EARN HIS NICKNAME THE VIKING? Earlier this year he was pictured getting his Covid jab at a JCB factory. 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. Anderson became the first Australian to win a PDC tour card in 2014 and in the coming years, reached the last 32 of the World Championships on four separate occasions. 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Last year, the Vikingwas hospitalised with a bowel blockagebefore he wasstruck by coronavirus. I wont say Ill be back to tournament standard but without trying you dont know. 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. In 2019 he revealed he was to divorce wife Silvia after more than 25 years of marriage. Our thoughts are with Kyle's family and friends at this time. He had always been known as a big drinker, making him a much-loved fan-favourite. In 2009, he got his weight down to 16 stone but last year he ballooned back up to 28 stone. "He was a popular player on the tour and his talent and dedication made him an inspiration to other players around the world. 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. Now 70, he is married with four children and one grandchild. Reaction from STACKED Telford bill including first TAG TEAM boxing clash, Ex-Chelsea ace Costa carried off with serious-looking injury for Wolves vs Spurs, Cherries take shock lead at Arsenal after 9 SECONDS with 'kick-off glitch', Watch Gyllenhaal and McGregor storm UFC 285 weigh-in to film Roadhouse scene, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. He died aged 62 in 2012. He was told by doctors he would need surgery. 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. RIP my friend. We are all gonna miss you mate. 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. The 33-year-old from Perth, Australia, was a popular figure on the darts circuit and had visited to St Helens during his life. "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. Id love to play again. Fordham even revealed his dream of returning to the oche once again. 4-min read. WebIn 2012, Evison attempted to rejoin the PDC via the Qualifying School but failed to earn a tour card. DARTS legend Andy Fordham passed away last week at the age of 59 after suffering major organ failure. His nickname was Nine Dart Man, having been the first player to hit a perfect nine dart finish on live television, in the final of the 2002 Dutch Open against Steve Coote . 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.. He lived in Suffolk and worked in the construction industry. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. One of eight players to hit a nine-dart finish at the PDC World Championship, Anderson turned professional in 2014 and reached the last 32 at Alexandra Palace on four occasions. Anderson also suffered from diabetes. Andy who once weighed 31 stone and downed 25 bottles of lager a day had spoken openly about his health issues. One of eight players to hit a nine-dart finish at the PDC World Championship, Anderson turned professional in Jan 1Dan Reeves, American football coach (AP NFL Coach of the Year 1993 NY Giants, 1998 Atlanta Falcons; Denver Broncos), dies from complications of dementia at 77 Jan 2Jens Jrgen Hansen, Danish soccer right back (40 caps; Esbjerg fB), dies at 82 Fordham recently admitted he was terrified of dying after being diagnosed with coronavirus. 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. Fordham won the 2004 BDO World Darts Championship after beating fellow Englishman Mervyn King 6-3 in the final at Lakeside. A fantastic dart player and an even nicer bloke. But his cult status fare outgrew his ability with a set of darts. Wilson said he needed seven or eight vodkas before a match to settle his nerves, and once fell off stage. The darts world hasn't been the same with you not around brother. RIP Kyle Anderson. He returned to Australia during the pandemic, catching Covid-19 himself in 2020. It was 17 years before another player from Wales won the Embassy, with Ritchie Burnett victorious at the Lakeside in 1995. 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. 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. While he still supped booze at the oche, he took better care of his health than other stars and was also known for his sportsmanship. In 2007, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer but, after treatment, returned to darts the following year. You will be missed my friend. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Anderson returned home to Perth last year at the start of the coronavirus pandemic and relinquished his PDC Tour Card earlier this year. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Darts legend Andy Fordham vows to fight until he cant any more as he faces life-saving bowel operation, emotional interview with SunSport earlier this, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). He famously became one of eight players to hit a nine-dart finish at the Alexandra Palace in a game against Ian White at the 2014 World Championship, and also represented Australia four times in the PDC World Cup of Darts alongside Simon Whitlock. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Died Country Ref Adam Gawlas: 2002 Czech Republic: Aden Kirk: Captain Fordham evenrevealed his dreamof returning to the oche once again. We are all gonna miss you mate. 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. Kyles 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. You will be missed my friend. RIP bud, so, so sad.". Alan Evans appeared on 'Bullseye' in 1985 and got the highest score ever recorded with nine-darts on the programme, 401. Wales' Mark Webster paid tribute to "a great guy who made massive sacrifices to pursue his dream. A favourite of the British darts circuit, Fordham won the 2004 BDO World Darts Championship during a prestigious and full-throttle career. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window). Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'. You always made me laugh every time we met. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter! "I just spoke to one of his friends a real shame Mike had a great sense of humour. Greatbatch, who was renowned for hitting the first ever live broadcast nine-darter on television back in February 2002, died on Sunday (June 5) afternoon. He was a cartoon character with forearms as thick as most peoples legs, George said after Fordham died, aged 59. Despite recovering from Covid, the darts legend sadly passed away following organ failure just 6 months after battling the virus. A credit to Australian and world darts. My thoughts are with his young family. It was the 30th World Darts Championship to be I wish now it had been different because I wouldn't have the problems I've got now. Eric Bristow: Five-time darts world champion dies aged 60 'Tears for a legend backstage'. HOW DID ANDY FORDHAM EARN HIS NICKNAME THE VIKING? 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. Photo: John Gichig Family. He will be sadly missed. The darts world hasn't been the same with you not around brother. "He was a popular player on the tour and his talent and dedication made him an inspiration to other players around the world. It was Bobby George who gave Andy Fordham the nickname The Viking. 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.. Tributes from famous darts players including Phil Taylor, Bobby George and James 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 DARTS legend Andy Fordham passed away last week at the age of 59 after suffering major organ failure. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Fordham told SunSport: Right now I am just about coping. 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. 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Gregory reached the final in 1992 where he lost to Phil Taylor after missing six Darts legend Andy Fordham has passed away at the age of 59. But I spoke to my doctor who warned me the virus can hit you very quickly. View our online Press Pack. Fordham last played at the Lakeside world champs 13 years ago and made a memorable appearance at the 2015 Grand Slam of Darts. 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. Fellow former world champ Adrian Lewis tweeted: Sad to hear the passing of a legend Andy Fordham our thoughts are with his family.. Weighing 30 stone at his fighting peak, with a big beard, long hair and a 20-bottle-a-day thirst, the 2004 BDO world darts champion looked like the sort of chap who held a gold card at Valhalla after accruing so many pillaging points. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Anderson had returned to Australia in 2020 at the start of the coronavirus pandemic and relinquished his PDC Tour Card in January. KyleDarts RIP pal. He downed up to 20 pints of Guinness a day, smoked and loved hot vindaloo curries. Rob Cross has been married to Georgis Cross since 2011. WebShaun Greatbatch (13 July 1969 5 June 2022) was an English professional darts player. August 24th, 2021 9:23 pm. Andy pulled through but would be dead just six months later, ANDY RECENTLY THANKED FANS FOR SUPPORT AFTER RECOVERING FROM COVID. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. I wont say Ill be back to tournament standard but without trying you dont know. 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. We had many great games and a fantastic player. RIP Mike .". He retired in 2007 and appeared on Im A Celebrity in 2012. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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. 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. But, on Thursday, it was confirmed that he had passed away with wife Jenny by his side. 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. Tributes have been paid to Australian darts player Kyle Anderson after it was announced he had died aged 33. We're devastated to learn that Australia's Kyle Anderson, the 2017 Auckland Darts Masters champion, has passed away, aged 33. Check out the BBC Sport Live Guide for details of all the forthcoming live sport on the BBC. (Getty Images) Australian darts star Kyle Anderson has died at the age of 33. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. He died in 2018 aged 60 after suffering a heart attack, the Bullseye favourite left his wife Jane and two children. A fan favourite during his eventful career, the Viking won the 2004 BDO World Championship after defeating Mervyn King in the final. Gregory reached the final of the World Masters twice in 1983 and 1992 and won the MFI World Matchplay and the News of the World twice. My thoughts go out to all his family and friends such a sad day. A fantastic dart player and an even nicer bloke. Racing Golf Tennis Athletics Darts Snooker US Sports. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. The 54-year-old is now dating Brit Julia Evans, 35, who lives with him in the Netherlands. But it was a year later that he won wordlwide acclaim as the first ever Embassy World professional champion. 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. RIP mate.". Phil Taylor celebrates a point against Simon Whitlock of Australia during the final of the Ladbrokes.com World Championships at Alexandra Palace on 3 January 2010 in London. He also won the 1999 World Masters, beating Wayne Jones. During his career, Fordham won the following darts titles: THE DARTS LEGEND HAD SUFFERED WITH A BLOCKAGE IN HIS BOWELS. You'll have to find the ghoul in under 11 seconds, so can you do it? 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