Scott Williams is hoping to shed his reputation as the ‘Michael Buble of darts’ – but not until after the World Championship. Following his stunning run to the semi-finals at the 2023/24 tournament, which included an upset victory over Michael van Gerwen in the last eight, the Lincolnshire thrower has had a solid if unspectacular year. However, not for the first time, he appears to be running into form ahead of Ally Pally, enjoying a strong run at the Players Championship Finals in Minehead, where he reached the quarter-finals.
His habit of hitting his best just as Christmas songs start playing has led to jokey comparisons with a certain Canadian crooner, who also pops up at this time of year. “People have joked, calling me the Michael Buble of darts because I only turn up in October, November and December!” said Williams, who faces German Niko Springer in the first round tonight (Thursday). “Over the last couple of years, that is about right. I want to try and change that next year by getting into a couple more TV events, just to take my game to the next level.
“It’s about finding consistency with my practice. I’ve been tinkering with my equipment. Something that felt right a year ago might not feel right now. I need to try and figure out what that is. “I think I have figured it out and I’ll be fine for the World Championship, and then the new Wimau World Masters in January, which I’m really looking forward to.”.
