The MODUS Super Series has seen a mix of triumph and heartbreak as six players — Daniel Klose, Danny Goddard, Justin Smith, Neil Duff, Dmitrii Rogov, and Martyn Turner — have secured their coveted spots in Saturday’s grand finale. While some celebrated perfect performances, notable contenders like Noa-Lynn Van Leuven, despite achieving a spectacular 9-darter, and veteran Mark Layton, fell short of advancing. These finalists will now battle for a single, highly-prized entry into the elite Champions Week.
The Road to the Finale: Group Stage Drama Unfolds
The week’s action at the MODUS Super Series culminated in intense group stages, with players vying for a chance to compete in the ultimate showdown. The pressure was palpable as darts’ rising stars and seasoned veterans battled it out on the oche.
Group C: Goddard’s Unstoppable Streak
Group C delivered high drama, but ultimately saw Danny Goddard dominate the field. Entering Friday with a strong 10 points, Goddard went on to achieve a remarkable clean sweep, winning all five of his matches. This flawless performance propelled him to the top of the group with a maximum 20 points out of a possible 20.
His victories included wins against Justin Smith, Mark Layton, Jordan Brooks, Andy Hamilton, and Noa-Lynn Van Leuven.
Justin Smith also successfully advanced to Saturday’s Finale, finishing second in Group C with 12 points.
However, it was a different story for some other prominent names:
- Noa-Lynn Van Leuven, the first openly transgender player in the series, captivated audiences with a stunning 9-dart finish on Thursday. Despite this highlight, she finished 5th with 6 points and did not progress.
- Mark Layton, the 68-year-old ADC qualifier, also had superb moments but ultimately finished at the bottom of the group with just 2 points.
- Jordan Brooks and Andy Hamilton finished 3rd and 4th respectively, both on 10 points.
Group B: Duff Leads the Charge
Group B saw equally fierce competition, with Neil Duff emerging as the group leader. He secured his top spot by winning three of his four matches on Friday evening, including victories over Ziggy Schenk, Richard McKee, and Martyn Turner. His only defeat came against Dmitrii Rogov, leaving him with a strong 14 points out of a possible 16.
Dmitrii Rogov and Martyn Turner also successfully progressed to Saturday’s Finale, finishing 2nd and 3rd respectively. Rogov matched Duff’s 14 points, while Turner secured his spot with 6 points.
Other players in Group B included:
- Ziggy Schenk, who finished 4th with 4 points.
- Richard McKee, who finished at the bottom with 2 points.
What’s Next: The Grand Finale
The MODUS Super Series now moves to its thrilling conclusion on Saturday, marking the end of Week Five. The six qualified players – Daniel Klose (from Group A), Danny Goddard, Justin Smith, Neil Duff, Dmitrii Rogov, and Martyn Turner – will face off in a high-stakes battle. The ultimate prize is not just victory in the weekly finale, but the highly coveted single spot available in Champions Week.
Champions Week is a special event that brings together the best-performing players from across the entire MODUS Super Series, offering them a chance to compete for a larger prize fund and ultimate bragging rights. This Saturday’s finale, commencing from 7:30 pm BST, promises to be an unmissable spectacle as these darts titans fight for their place among the elite.
Source: Based on an article from Darts World Magazine.
