Darts sensation Nathan Aspinall recently celebrated his German Darts Grand Prix victory with a memorable, albeit boozy, night. Despite “a lot of beers,” he remarkably managed to catch his flight home, enduring what he described as a “vile” journey. Showing no signs of slowing down, Aspinall quickly returned to impressive form, reaching the quarter-finals of the European Darts Grand Prix. He attributes much of his success to his comfort on the European Tour stage and strategically skipped other events to maintain his peak condition. Fans also noted a new walk-on music choice, switching from his usual Mr. Brightside to Eminem’s Lose Yourself.
A Grand Prix Triumph and a “Vile” Flight Home
Two weeks after securing his fourth European Tour title at the German Darts Grand Prix in Munich, Nathan Aspinall candidly admitted to a lively celebration. The “Asp” revealed he indulged in “more than a few beers. I had a lot of beers!” The festivities made his journey back a challenging one. Despite the significant celebration, Aspinall successfully made his flight, albeit with some discomfort.
“I made my flight. I made it… it was a vile flight, it wasn’t good, but I made it,” he recounted, highlighting the dedication required even after a major win.
Return to Form: Dominance on the Oche
Despite the post-Munich revelry, Aspinall wasted no time in proving his mettle. He delivered an exceptional performance at the European Darts Grand Prix, demonstrating his return to top form. His journey included a convincing 6-3 victory over James Wade, a match where he showcased his precision with a strong 106.20 average. The highlight of this particular match was a superb 150 checkout, sealing the win in style.
However, his impressive run in Sindelfingen eventually came to an end in the quarter-finals, where he faced a tough challenge from Ross Smith, ultimately losing 6-4.
Strategic Breaks and European Tour Love
Aspinall, currently ranked world No. 14, has been consistently performing well on major stages this season. He revealed a strategic approach to his schedule, opting to skip Players Championship Nine and Ten in Wigan earlier in the week. This decision was made to ensure he remained fresh and at his best for the European Tour events.
His affinity for the European Tour is clear: “I just love the European Tour, I feel at home on that stage.” He explained, “Whenever I walk out on the European Tour — last year I had a lot of success on it — and this year I won two weeks ago when I wasn’t in the best of form.” This comfort and past success seem to be key drivers for his strong performances in these tournaments.
A New Anthem: Eminem’s “Lose Yourself”
Adding another layer of interest for fans, Aspinall experimented with a change in his walk-on music during his Munich triumph. He swapped his long-standing anthem, The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside,” for Eminem’s iconic track, “Lose Yourself.” The two-time major champion, however, remains undecided on whether this new choice will become a permanent fixture.
This change sparked considerable discussion among fans, with many suggesting the energetic new track perfectly complements Aspinall’s dynamic playing style and on-stage presence. While the “Mr. Brightside” era might not be entirely over, the temporary switch certainly added an extra buzz to his Munich victory.
Source: Based on an article from Darts Planet TV.
