Who won the World Championship darts 2016?
Gary Anderson was the defending champion, having won his first world title in the 2015 final by beating 16-times champion Phil Taylor 7–6….2016 PDC World Darts Championship.
| 2016 William Hill World Darts Championship | |
|---|---|
| Tournament information | |
| Organisation(s) | PDC |
| Format | Sets Final – best of 13 |
| Prize fund | £1,500,000 |
Who is bully boy in darts?
Michael Smith
Michael Smith (darts player)
| Michael Smith | |
|---|---|
| Nickname | “Bully Boy” |
| Born | 18 September 1990 St Helens, England |
| Home town | Warrington, England |
| Darts information |
Who has won the most PDC world titles?
Phil Taylor
The most darts World Championship titles won is 16 by Phil Taylor (UK): two with the World Darts Organisation (WDO) in 1990 and 1992, and 14 with the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) in 1995–2002, 2004–2006, 2009–2010 and 2013.
Why is Peter Wright called snakebite?
He usually has a snake painted on to the side of his head which many believed was reference to his favourite drink, the snakebite, which is also Wright’s nickname. However, he is actually called Snakebite due to his love of snakes, stating in an interview after his first World Championship win, “I just like snakes.
What age is Michael Smith darts?
31 years (September 18, 1990)Michael Smith / Age
What is it like to play darts?
The game itself is simple, but full of action. While sports like football, cricket and even rugby often have periods where nothing is really happening, darts is relentless. Every dart matters as the two throwers try to outscore each other, before attempting to nail the double before their opponent.
Where was the 2016 William Hill World Darts Championship held?
The 2016 William Hill World Darts Championship was the 23rd World Championship organised by the Professional Darts Corporation since it separated from the British Darts Organisation. The event was held at the Alexandra Palace, London, between 17 December 2015 and 3 January 2016.
What is the prize money at the 2016 World Darts Championship?
Thanawat Gaweenuntawong became the first player from Thailand to play at a World Darts Championship. The 2016 World Championship featured a prize fund of at least £1,500,000 – an increase of £250,000 from the 2015 tournament. The prize money was allocated as follows:
Why does Britain love darts so much?
Another reason why Britain loves darts is that it’s one big excuse to have a party. Lager is served in double measures and everybody is encouraged to go a bit crazy. And, of course, the darts itself is not the only entertainment.