Overview
- Kevin Doets beat David Munyua in the second round at Alexandra Palace, ending the Kenyan’s run with a 3-0 victory.
- The Dutch player said his pre-match “dream draw” remark was poorly phrased, apologized for any offense, and stressed he intended no disrespect.
- Doets praised Munyua’s achievement for Kenya and said the pro-Munyua crowd noise was unexpectedly intense and briefly affected his focus.
- Munyua’s first-round upset of world No. 18 Mike De Decker drew a supportive message from President William Samoei Ruto, with Kenyan High Commission ambassador Dr Joseph Warui attending the Doets match.
- Remaining in London over Christmas, Munyua has been invited to a Chelsea match and says his run has boosted awareness of darts at home as he urges greater opportunities for African players.