"Luke Humphries, ranked number one worldwide, suffered a whitewash a day following his unexpected confession"
In a surprising turn of events, world number one Luke Humphries was eliminated from the World Matchplay, losing 10-8 to Gian van Veen in the first round. This marks a disappointing tournament for Humphries, who has been struggling with his form since his triumph at the Premier League in May.
Following his victory, Humphries admitted to neglecting practice, a decision that appears to have contributed to his temporary setbacks. Despite these challenges, he remains a respected figure in the darts world, often compared to the legendary John Lowe for his style and professionalism.
Humphries' performance at the tournament was far from his best. He faced a scare in his first round against Jonny Tata, managing to win 6-3 after falling 2-0 behind. His quarter-final match against Mike De Decker was less fortunate, with Humphries losing 6-0. De Decker, making his World Series debut, impressively maintained an average of 104 during the game.
After the tournament, Humphries announced that he would be taking a 10-day holiday immediately after the New Zealand Darts Masters. This break comes after a hectic schedule in 2025, during which Humphries also took a break from darts to go on holiday.
Despite his recent struggles, Humphries remains determined to add to his impressive list of wins. He has stated that he will start practicing harder again, with a focus on the Czech Darts Masters in September. This event will provide an opportunity for Humphries to reclaim his form and potentially add to his Premier League and PDC World Masters wins.
In a surprising moment after his win in Australia, Humphries blew a kiss to the sky in celebration, but did not elaborate on the gesture. Regardless, fans and spectators alike will be eagerly awaiting Humphries' return to the darts stage, hoping to see the world number one back at his best.
In the realm of sports, Humphries, despite his impressive win at the Premier League in May, has been grappling with his form, leading to his elimination from the World Matchplay recently. Amidst this, the football transfer season is heating up, with Premier League teams scouting for potential signings, while the excitement of the F1 circuit continues with teams looking to clinch the next Grand Prix.
