Ruthless Clayton wins New Zealand title
Wales' Jonny Clayton wins his first New Zealand Darts Masters with a commanding 8-4 victory over compatriot Gerwyn Price.
New Zealand darts star Jonny Clayton secured his first New Zealand Darts Masters title by defeating compatriot Gerwyn Price in an 8-4 match. Seeking a second World Series title, Clayton dominated the competition, top-seeded Gian van Veen and England's James Wade, reaching the Auckland final. In an impressive performance, Clayton executed 72, 158, 80, and 62 checkout rounds, building a 5-1 lead over his partner.
Unsettled by Price's three consecutive wins, Clayton sealed the match with a 124 checkout. Clayton expressed his delight at playing the final with his World Cup partner and emphasized the unique connection between rugby players in New Zealand's darts scene. Price, a four-time World Series champion, acknowledged Clayton's exceptional performance and promised a stronger showing at the upcoming Australian Darts Masters.
Meanwhile, Scotland's Scott Little claimed the Matchplay title, shattering reigning champion Michael Taylor's record.
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