The MODUS Super Series exploded into action with a thrilling first day, as Danny Ayres and Lee Cocks immediately took command of their respective groups. Both players delivered impressive performances, establishing themselves as early frontrunners in their quest to join Steve Lennon in Saturday’s highly anticipated Grand Finale. Ayres achieved a perfect record in Group A, while Cocks secured a strong lead in Group B, setting the stage for an exciting continuation of the tournament.
Day One Dominance: Ayres and Cocks Set the Pace
The opening day of the MODUS Super Series saw some incredible darts action, with two players standing out for their exceptional starts. Danny Ayres and Lee Cocks quickly asserted their authority, making strong bids for a spot in the weekend’s ultimate showdown.
Group A: Ayres’ Flawless Return
Making a triumphant return to the Super Series after his last appearance in June, Danny Ayres was nothing short of spectacular in Group A. He delivered a flawless performance, securing five wins from five matches and ending the day with a maximum 10 points. His path to perfection included victories against:
- Andreas Harrysson
- Conor Heneghan
- Alex Spellman
- Oliver Mitchell
- Harrison Leigh
The rest of Group A saw intense competition for the remaining spots:
- Conor Heneghan finished the day in a strong 2nd place with 8 points.
- Harrison Leigh, Alex Spellman, and Oliver Mitchell are locked in a three-way tie for 3rd, 4th, and 5th place, each with 4 points.
- Unfortunately, Andreas Harrysson faced a challenging day, sitting at the bottom with 0 points after five straight defeats.
Group B: Cocks Takes Early Control
Over in Group B, Lee Cocks wasted no time in establishing himself as the player to beat. He claimed the early lead by winning three of his four matches on Thursday evening, accumulating 6 points from a possible 8. Cocks’ impressive victories came against:
- Niek Tuik
- Danny Trueman
- Danny Lauby
His only defeat of the day was against William Borland, highlighting the competitive nature of the group. The standings in Group B are also tightly contested:
- William Borland also ended the night with 6 points but currently sits in 2nd place due to a slightly lower leg difference compared to Cocks.
- Niek Tuik and Danny Trueman are neck and neck, holding 3rd and 4th place respectively, both with 4 points.
- Danny Lauby is at the bottom of Group B with 0 points after four straight losses.
The Road to the Finale
The MODUS Super Series continues on Friday, with players battling fiercely to secure their positions and advance. The ultimate goal for these competitors is to join Steve Lennon in Saturday’s Grand Finale, where the champion will be crowned. With Ayres and Cocks showing such dominant form early on, the upcoming matches promise even more thrilling darts as the tournament progresses towards its exciting conclusion, as new groups and players take to the oche throughout the day.
Source: Based on an article from Darts World Magazine.
