Breaking: Historic Wins at the World Darts Federation Championships
Table of Contents
- 1. Breaking: Historic Wins at the World Darts Federation Championships
- 2. Lawrie Becomes First Scottish Youth World Champion
- 3. Deta Hedman Ends a Decade‑Long Wait for the Women’s crown
- 4. Zehra Gemi Makes History for Turkey
- 5. Open category Rewards Champion Van Schie with £50,000
- 6. What alternatives are available if a requested holiday deal is unavailable?
Lawrie Becomes First Scottish Youth World Champion
In the opening final of the tournament held in Surrey, Lawrie defeated Germany’s Florian Preis 4‑2 to secure the WDF Open Youth World Championship. The 22‑year‑old hailed the triumph as “everything,” noting it marks the first time a Scotsman has lifted the trophy.
Deta Hedman Ends a Decade‑Long Wait for the Women’s crown
Veteran Deta Hedman,66,finaly captured the women’s title after falling short in three previous finals (2012,2014,2016). She overpowered Dutch challenger Lerena Rietbergen 4‑1 to claim the long‑awaited victory.
Hedman’s success came without defending champion Beau Greaves, who opted to compete in the PDC World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace.
Zehra Gemi Makes History for Turkey
In the girls’ division, Zehra Gemi became Turkey’s inaugural world darts champion, adding a new nation to the sport’s growing global roster.
Open category Rewards Champion Van Schie with £50,000
the ten‑day knockout event, organized by the World Darts Federation, concluded with Van schie taking home the top prize of £50,000 in the open category.
| Category | Champion | Final Score | Past Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youth (Open) | Lawrie (Scotland) | 4‑2 vs florian Preis | First Scottish winner |
| Women | Deta Hedman (England) | 4‑1 vs Lerena Rietbergen | First title after three finals |
| Girls | zehra Gemi (Turkey) | – | Turkey’s first world champion |
| Open | Van Schie | – | £50,000 prize |
