Ross Smith on Victory After Mother's Death: How Darts Helps Cope with Grief.

Competitions and Emotions

According to The Sun: ROSS SMITH revealed that he played darts to avoid "breaking down" after losing his mother. The world number 14 recorded an average of 94.95 and impressively finished the match with 128 points, allowing him to defeat Peter Wright 6-2 in Dortmund and advance to the second round.

The player from Dover shared that his mother passed away in September, and he is still trying to come to terms with this loss.

"I played to avoid despair," recalled Smith.

This victory was not only an important milestone in the tournament for Smith but also a personal achievement during a difficult time for him. Playing darts has truly helped him cope with his emotions, and he continues to fight for his dreams despite the challenges. The competition in Dortmund promises to be exciting, as players face strong competition in the upcoming rounds.