Darts Enthusiasts Rejoice: New Zealand’s World Cup Lineup Finalized
In a thrilling development for darts fans, the New Zealand team for the upcoming World Cup of Darts has been solidified. The national darts governing body, DPNZ, has announced that Ben Robb will join the experienced Haupai Puha in representing the country at this prestigious international competition in June.
Puha, a PDC Tour Card holder, had already secured his spot on the New Zealand team. The second starting position was determined through a highly competitive qualifying process based on the DPNZ rankings. The final six DPNZ tournaments of 2023 and the first six events of 2024 were taken into account, with Robb and Kayden Milne both finishing on 144 points.
Ultimately, the vacant spot went to the 35-year-old Robb, as he had emerged victorious in one more tournament than his compatriot Milne. For Robb, this will mark his fourth appearance in the prestigious World Cup of Darts, a testament to his dedication and skill on the oche.
Darts enthusiasts in New Zealand and beyond are eagerly anticipating the World Cup, where the country’s dynamic duo of Puha and Robb will have the opportunity to showcase their talents on the global stage. As the countdown to the tournament begins, the nation’s darts community is gearing up for what promises to be an electrifying display of the sport’s finest.
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