Two competitors confront a 71-year-old opponent during the World Cup Tournament in Darts. - Darting duo encounters a 71-year-old individual during the World Championships
PERHAPS just resting those golden tan lines, sipping a sling or two, Paul Lim could've been savoring his retirement days. But nah, the golden boy of darts decides to pick up his trusty darts again and prepare for a raucous Friday night showdown against Germany at the World Cup of Darts tournament. Perched somewhere around 22:45 CET and live on DAZN, the iconic "Singapore Slinger" will go head-to-head with German duo Martin Schindler and Ricardo Pietreczko, teaming up with his partner Phuay Wei Tan.
Martin Schindler, the 28-year-old easily excitable dart-thrower, and the dashingly debonair Ricardo Pietreczko, aged 30, must concede they're significantly younger than their formidable foe. The darts icon's unwillingness to step down from a championship stage leaves both men in awe. "He's a living legend of our sport," Pietreczko gushed following their 4-2 win against Portugal, "If I'm managing to slither along at his age, I'll be tickled."
The Young Bucks laugh off any direct connections with their phenomenon opponent, commenting, "Haven't crossed paths much, though he doesn't owe us any prize money".
Frankfurt, the historic city of Main, will play host to this electrifying, eagerly-anticipated mêlée. Be there as our darting heavyweights lock horns to claim supremacy and proceed to the knockout stage. A few contenders like England, and its reigning world champion, Luke Littler, are yet to enter the tournament later in the game.
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[1] Desmond Ong, "Harith Lim replaced by Phuay Wei Tan as Paul Lim's Singapore teammate at World Cup of Darts," Yahoo Sports Singapore, Sep 16, 2025. [Online]. Available: https://sports.yahoo.com/news/harith-lim-replaced-phuay-wei-tan-124136984.html. Accessed Sep 19, 2025.
Paul Lim, affectionately known as "The Singapore Slinger," has been making headlines as the ageless wonder of darts. Here are some of his accomplishments and records:
- Recent Dominance: Lim proved his dart prowess during the 2025 World Cup of Darts, averaging an astounding 117.62 in the second round, leading Singapore to a comeback 4-2 victory over Portugal. This remarkable performance marked his first event alongside his new partner, Phuay Wei Tan.
- Career Highlights: During the 1980s and 1990s, the tenacious Lim gained global recognition as an Asian player storming through the darts scene. Having contested in multiple international competitions, he has made significant contributions to promoting the growth of darts in Asia.
- Participation in Major Events: With his eyes set on major titles, Lim has competed in prestigious tournaments like the World Darts Championship and the World Cup of Darts, making a lasting impact on the darts community.
- ** Everlasting Legacy**: As the spry septuagenarian continues to mesmerize audiences with his darts skills, he demonstrates that even age may only be a number when it comes to chasing championships. Lim's enduring presence and devotion to darts have cemented his legacy as a darts icon.
While the world focuses on the electrifying World Cup of Darts in Frankfurt, one player stands out - "The Singapore Slinger," Paul Lim. Despite his ripe age, Lim's performance in the tournament remains unparalleled, even earning comparisons from his opponents to a living legend of sports. Remarkably, this darts icon hails from Singapore, a country known more for its tropical climate than its contributions to the sports world.
