In a thrilling twist at the MODUS Super Series, Dutch darts sensation Noa-Lynn Van Leuven achieved a rare and historic nine-dart finish, becoming only the third female player ever to hit a televised perfect leg. Despite this incredible feat, it wasn’t enough to secure her a direct spot in Saturday’s final. Instead, Germany’s Daniel Klose impressively topped Group A, winning three of his five matches to claim his place, while the remaining players were seeded into Groups B and C for further competition.
The darts world was abuzz yesterday as Noa-Lynn Van Leuven, the talented Dutch thrower, etched her name into history at the MODUS Super Series in Portsmouth. During a crucial match against Germany’s Daniel Klose, she achieved the pinnacle of darts: a perfect nine-dart leg. This monumental achievement makes her only the third female player ever to hit a televised nine-darter, a moment of pure perfection that captivated fans.
However, in a cruel twist of fate, this extraordinary display of skill ultimately wasn’t enough to propel Van Leuven directly into Saturday’s grand finale. That coveted spot was secured by her opponent, Daniel Klose, who masterfully navigated Group A to finish at the top.
What is a Nine-Dart Finish?
For those new to darts, a nine-dart finish is the ultimate challenge. It means completing a leg (a single game) in the fewest possible throws – nine. This typically involves starting with three treble 20s (180 points), followed by another three treble 20s (another 180 points), and then finishing with a treble 20, treble 19, and a double 12 (141 points) to reach the target of 501. It requires incredible precision, focus, and nerves of steel.
Klose’s Dominant Performance
Klose entered Wednesday’s play with a strong lead from the initial days of Group A. His consistent performance saw him win three out of his five matches, securing him the top spot with a total of 20 points out of a possible 30. His victories included impressive wins against Jordan Brooks, Noa-Lynn Van Leuven (despite her perfect leg), and Andy Hamilton. His only two defeats came at the hands of Neil Duff and Ziggy Schenk.
The Road Ahead: Groups B and C
With Group A concluded, the field for the subsequent stages was set. Players who didn’t clinch the top spot were seeded into two new groups, Groups B and C, to battle it out for further progression.
Group B Contenders:
- Neil Duff finished a close second in Group A with 20 points, narrowly missing the top spot due to leg difference.
- Ziggy Schenk secured third place with 18 points.
- They will be joined by Richard McKee, Martyn Turner, and Dmitrii Rogov for intense competition on Thursday and Friday evenings.
Group C Contenders:
- Andy Hamilton placed fourth with 14 points.
- Jordan Brooks was fifth with 10 points.
- Noa-Lynn Van Leuven, despite her historic nine-darter, finished sixth with 8 points, demonstrating the tough competition in the group.
- This trio will face Justin Smith, Danny Goddard, and Mark Layton on Thursday and Friday afternoons.
Upcoming Schedule & How to Watch
The MODUS Super Series continues with more thrilling darts action. Group C play kicks off on Thursday from 1 PM BST, followed by Group B commencing from 10 PM BST. Fans worldwide can catch all the live action via the Modus YouTube channel, Pluto TV, or through various bookmaker websites.
Source: Based on an article from Darts World Magazine.
