Neil Duff and Archie Self have made a spectacular start, seizing the top spots in their respective groups (C and B) on Day One of the MODUS Super Series ‘Double Trouble’ tournament. Their impressive performances put them in prime position to join Derek Coulson in Saturday’s eagerly anticipated grand finale. Duff, a returning player, showcased exceptional form in Group C, securing four wins out of five matches, while Self delivered a strong showing in Group B with three victories from four games. The competition remains fierce, with rivals like Declan Bailey and Jenson Walker hot on their heels, promising an exciting battle ahead.
Duff’s Resurgence in Group C
Veteran player Neil Duff, who previously competed in Group A earlier this week, showed no signs of slowing down as he stormed to the top of Group C. Duff secured four wins out of five matches, demonstrating remarkable consistency and skill. His victories came against James Bailey, Aaron Turner, Declan Bailey, and Conan Whitehead. His only defeat on the day was a narrow loss to Jack Drayton. This stellar performance places him at 8 points from a possible 10, setting a strong pace for the group.
Group C Standings After Day One:
- 1st: Neil Duff – 8 points (leading on leg difference)
- 2nd: Declan Bailey – 8 points
- 3rd: Jack Drayton – 6 points
- 4th: Conan Whitehead – 4 points
- 5th: Aaron Turner – 2 points
- 6th: James Bailey – 2 points
The battle in Group C is incredibly tight, with Declan Bailey matching Duff’s 8 points but trailing slightly on leg difference. Jack Drayton is also firmly in contention, sitting just two points behind the leaders.
Self Takes Command in Group B
Meanwhile, in Group B, Archie Self delivered a dominant display to claim the early lead. Self secured three victories from his four matches played on Thursday evening. He triumphed over Lewis Gurney, Steve West, and Richie Burnett, with his sole defeat coming against Jenson Walker. This strong showing puts Self at 6 points from a possible 8.
Group B Standings After Day One:
- 1st: Archie Self – 6 points (leading on leg difference)
- 2nd: Jenson Walker – 6 points
- 3rd: Lewis Gurney – 4 points
- 4th: Steve West – 2 points
- 5th: Richie Burnett – 2 points
Similar to Group C, Jenson Walker is neck-and-neck with Self in Group B, also on 6 points and separated only by leg difference. Lewis Gurney remains a strong contender, just two points adrift.
What’s Next for the ‘Double Trouble’ Tournament?
The MODUS Super Series ‘Double Trouble’ week continues on Friday, with players battling fiercely to secure their spot alongside Derek Coulson in Saturday’s grand finale. The stakes are high as Duff and Self look to consolidate their leads, while others aim to climb the ranks.
The schedule for Friday’s action is as follows:
- Group C matches will commence from 1:00 PM GMT.
- Group B matches will commence from 10:00 PM GMT.
Fans can anticipate more thrilling darts action as the competition intensifies, with only the top performers earning the right to compete for the ultimate ‘Double Trouble’ title.
Source: Based on an article from Darts World Magazine.
