The darts world converged on Riga, Latvia, for a thrilling weekend of competition, where James Beeton and Scott Robertson emerged as the dominant forces. Beeton secured the prestigious Silver-ranked Latvian Open title with a commanding performance, earning a significant cash prize and boosting his Lakeside World Championship hopes. Not to be outdone, Robertson staged an impressive comeback to claim the Riga Open, marking his third WDF title of the year. The weekend also saw Paul Milford achieve success, winning the Latvian Masters, highlighting a strong showing from all three players.
Beeton’s Masterclass at the Latvian Open
The largest prize of the weekend was claimed by **James Beeton**, who showcased exceptional form to win the **Silver-ranked Latvian Open trophy** on Saturday. In a highly anticipated final, Beeton faced Paul Milford, ultimately securing a **dominant 6-2 victory** in the best-of-11 decider. His performance was marked by an **impressive 87.79 average and five crucial 140s**, demonstrating both power and precision.
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This significant win earned Beeton a substantial **£1,800 prize**.
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It also marked his **third WDF title**, further solidifying his reputation on the circuit.
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Crucially, this victory significantly **boosts his ranking points**, strengthening his position for a coveted spot at the upcoming Lakeside World Championship.
Beeton, known as the ‘Chester thrower,’ is a familiar face at the business end of WDF events, having previously won the Scottish Open earlier in the year and making a winning debut at Lakeside in 2024.
Robertson’s Resilient Triumph at the Riga Open
Sunday belonged to **Scott Robertson**, who delivered a memorable performance to clinch the **Riga Open title**. In a gripping final against Pat Scurfield, Robertson demonstrated remarkable resilience, **coming from behind to win three legs consecutively and secure a 6-4 victory**.
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This hard-fought win earned Robertson an **€800 first prize**.
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It also marked his **third WDF ranking title of the year**, highlighting a consistently strong season.
The Aberdeenshire player has been in excellent form, having previously won the Denmark Masters in May. His opponent, Pat Scurfield, who won the Northern Ireland Matchplay in March, took home a respectable €400 as the runner-up.
Milford’s Weekend of Mixed Fortunes
While Paul Milford narrowly missed out on the Latvian Open title, he still had a highly successful weekend in Riga. On Friday evening, **Milford captured the Bronze-ranked Latvian Masters trophy**, showcasing his skill by defeating Sweden’s Dennis Nilsson with a convincing **6-1 victory**.
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This win marked his **second WDF ranking title**.
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It came with an **€800 prize**, adding to his weekend’s earnings.
Milford’s strong performances across the events underscore his consistent presence at the top level of WDF darts.
Source: Based on an article from Darts World Magazine.
