Darts star vents fury at PDC bosses over 'bad decision' as desperate plea made for change

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Stuart Ballard

By Stuart Ballard


Published: 18/02/2025

- 10:56

Darts players have once again spoken out against the choice of venue.

Darts star Daryl Gurney has blasted the PDC over "freezing" conditions at a Pro Tour event in the Netherlands.

The world No 25 took to Facebook after his second-round exit at Players Championship 3 in Rosmalen on Monday.


"Really disappointed with the playing conditions today in Rosmalen," wrote the two-time PDC Major winner.

"The venue is freezing, and no consideration of the location for players. A bad decision on the PDC's behalf and the players deserve better!!!"

Daryl Gurney was not happy with the venue

Daryl Gurney was not happy with the venue

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Gurney was not alone in his criticism of the Dutch venue.

Fellow player Justin Hood also expressed his frustration after being eliminated by Gerwyn Price.

"I'm not one to complain about venues or line-ups, but wow," Hood wrote on social media.

The Autotron venue is set to host more tournament action on Tuesday with Players Championship 4.

Players will return to the same arena in April for two additional floor events.

Chris Dobey won the event on Monday

Chris Dobey won the event on Monday

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The Dutch venue's schedule extends into May, when it will host the Dutch Darts Championship as part of the Euro Tour.

Gurney's complaints echo similar concerns raised previously in the PDC Pro Tour.

In February 2024, former world champion Gerwyn Price withdrew mid-match from a tournament over what he called "less than amateur" conditions.

Price later vented his frustration on Instagram: "Travel all the way to Wigan to play in a professional game and we have to play in less than amateur conditions."

The Wigan venue remains on this year's calendar, with Robin Park Tennis Centre set to host the final five events in October.

Despite the venue complaints, Chris Dobey emerged victorious at the controversial tournament.

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Gerwyn Price

Gerwyn Price was previously critical of the PDC for venue choice

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'Hollywood' secured his first Pro Tour event win of 2025, defeating Jelle Klaasen 8-4 in the final.

“This was massive for me," Dobey said.

“I probably should have won the final against Gezzy last week, but I came back today, battled hard and it’s another point proven.”