In the world of darts, it’s not just the throws that can create a stir; sometimes, it’s the unexpected noises that grab attention.
Recently, darts star James Wade found himself at the center of a peculiar incident after fans suggested he had let out a loud fart during his match at the Players Championship.
The Match That Went Viral
Wade, a seasoned competitor at 41 years old, faced off against Callan Rydz in the quarter-finals and secured a narrow 6-5 victory, advancing him to the semi-finals.
However, what caught everyone’s eye was a video clip circulating on social media that showed Wade walking over to a table, slightly bending his knees, immediately after the match.
Fans claimed they could hear an unmistakable sound of a fart echoing from the video feed, leading to a flurry of online comments.
A Surprising Response
Feeling the need to clarify, Wade took to social media to address the uproar.
With a hint of humor, he wrote, “I feel I must address a situation following my run to the semi-finals of PC22 today.
Footage has emerged of me doing what appears to be a ‘shart’ at the end of one of my matches.
It was actually the velcro on my new trainers. I now consider this matter put to bed as I don’t wish to talk about it again.”
His light-hearted response didn’t stop fans from having fun with the situation, with one cheeky comment suggesting he should be nicknamed “The Wind Machine” in future events.
A History of Gassy Claims
This isn’t the first time a darts player has faced allegations of farting mid-game.
Back in 2018, Gary Anderson was in a similar predicament when an opponent accused him of passing gas during a Grand Slam of Darts match, claiming there was a “waft of rotten eggs” coming from his area.
Anderson was quick to defend himself, stating, “If the boy thinks I’ve farted he’s 1010 percent wrong.
I swear on my children’s lives that it was not my fault.”
He humorously recalled a past incident where he had experienced a bad stomach on stage, affirming he wouldn’t shy away from admitting it if he had caused the smell.
“It was bad. It was a stink,” he added, alluding to the misinterpretation during the match.
The Show Goes On
Interestingly, Wade’s next match in the Players Championship was against none other than Gary Anderson.
The two faced off, with Anderson ultimately taking the win 7-4, knocking Wade out of the tournament.
Anderson went on to claim victory in the event, defeating Connor Scutt 8-4 in the finals.
In the world of darts, it seems that both skill and a bit of humor are essential—especially when it comes to handling unexpected controversies!