Shocking scenes unfolded at Alexandra Palace on Monday afternoon as darts professional Cameron Menzies suffered a dramatic meltdown following his first-round exit from the PDC World Championship.
Frustration Boils Over in Dramatic Outburst
After losing his match to Charlie Manby, world number twenty-six Cameron Menzies unleashed his frustration on a branded drinks stand on stage. Witnesses and TV cameras captured the Scotsman throwing three powerful uppercuts at the Paddy Power water table, an act that left him with a significant injury.
Gruesome photographs quickly emerged showing the immediate aftermath. Blood was seen pouring down Menzies' right middle finger from a deep cut on his knuckles. One image showed the player clutching his hand in clear pain, while another captured a close-up of the bloody wound as he inspected the damage.
Sky Sports Commentary and Crowd Reaction
The incident did not go unnoticed by the commentary team or the audience. Sky Sports commentators vividly described Menzies as "beating the living daylights out of the water table." Former professional darts player Mark Webster offered a stark assessment, stating, "He'll probably regret that for the rest of his life."
Before exiting the stage to seek medical treatment, Menzies held his hands up in a gesture of apology to the crowd at Ally Pally. However, the act of contrition was not enough to prevent a chorus of boos from some sections of the audience on Monday afternoon.
Aftermath and Regret
The dramatic exit marks a painful and regrettable end to Menzies' 2025 World Championship campaign. His opponent, Charlie Manby, could only watch from a distance as the furious scene played out. The focus now shifts to the severity of Menzies' hand injury and the potential implications for his future in the sport.
This story is developing, and further updates, including official statements, video footage, and pictures, are expected to follow.
