Darryl Pilgrim made a sensational start to his first-round match against Jelle Klaasen at Players Championship 10 on Tuesday. The Englishman kicked off the contest with a stunning nine-dart finish, showcasing his sharpness and precision on the oche.
Pilgrim opened the first leg with two maximum 180 scores and then clinically executed a 141 checkout to complete the perfect leg. This marked the second official nine-darter for ‘Mr. P’ in 2023, following his previous flawless display earlier in the year during the MODUS Super Series.
After the incredible nine-dart start, Pilgrim surged into a commanding 3-0 lead. However, his Dutch opponent, Klaasen, fought back tenaciously to level the match and eventually clinch victory in a deciding leg, winning the contest 6-5.
The thrilling encounter showcased the high level of skill and drama that fans have come to expect from the world of professional darts. Pilgrim’s nine-dart finish was a highlight reel moment that left the crowd in awe, even though he ultimately fell short in the closely contested match.
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