Overview
- Evans defeated Man Lok Leung to progress from the first round of the PDC World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace.
- He delivered a trademark holiday walk-on in a bright costume as the crowd joined a singalong before the match.
- Evans described himself as a "shy showman" and said he is simplifying his mindset to play with more confidence.
- He dedicated his run to his sister Elisha, who died in March, and expressed pride in performing in front of his parents.
- Known for his ultra-fast tempo that earns the nickname "Rapid," he has held a PDC tour card since 2013 and reached the 2024 UK Open semi-finals.