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Cullen Renews Cheating Claim as Suljovic Responds Before Littler Match

The dispute over slow play and celebrations remains unresolved with no disciplinary ruling from the PDC.

Overview

  • Mensur Suljović beat Joe Cullen 3–1 in their World Championship second-round match despite a three-dart average of about 81.95.
  • Joe Cullen continues to call Suljović’s conduct cheating, arguing the Austrian deliberately tried to influence him during the match.
  • Cullen says the referee warned Suljović, and caller Kirk Bevins spoke to him about excessive celebrations and movement on stage.
  • Speaking before his third-round tie, Suljović rejected any wrongdoing, called Cullen’s reaction an overreach, and said the tempo is simply his game.
  • World champion Luke Littler defended Suljović’s style and said he will not alter his own rhythm as they meet in the third round tonight.