Cameron Menzies Issues Statement on Incident During Match Against Charlie Manby
Cameron Menzies has released a statement following an emotional moment during his World Darts Championship match against Charlie Manby, offering an apology and explaining the circumstances surrounding his reaction.
The incident occurred during their first-round clash at the World Darts Championship, held at Alexandra Palace, when Menzies briefly showed visible frustration at the table. The moment was captured on the live broadcast and quickly drew attention from viewers.
In a statement shared after the match, Menzies took responsibility for his actions and stressed that he regretted how he reacted in the heat of the moment.
“I want to apologise to Charlie, the officials and everyone watching,” Menzies said. “Emotions got the better of me, and that’s not how I want to conduct myself on stage.”
The Scot explained that he has been dealing with a difficult period away from darts, which affected his mindset going into the match. While he chose not to go into detail, Menzies said the combination of personal pressure and the intensity of competing on darts’ biggest stage contributed to the moment.
Despite the incident, Menzies was keen to praise Manby for his performance, acknowledging his opponent’s composure and professionalism throughout the contest.
Attention may now turn to the Darts Regulation Authority, which is responsible for reviewing matters of player conduct at PDC-sanctioned events. Any potential action would be decided after assessing reports and footage from the match.
Reaction from fans has been mixed, with many expressing sympathy for Menzies after his honest statement, while others have highlighted the importance of maintaining composure on stage. Several fellow players and supporters have also pointed to the intense mental demands of elite darts, particularly at Ally Pally.
Menzies thanked fans for their messages of support and said he is focused on learning from the experience and moving forward positively.
“I’ll take this on the chin and come back stronger,” he added.
As the World Darts Championship continues, the episode has underlined the pressure players face under the brightest lights — and the fine line between competitive intensity and emotional control at the very top level of the sport. 🎯
