World number seven Clayton secured his spot in the fourth round of the World Darts Championship after surviving a late charge from Daryl Gurney to win 4-3 at Alexandra Palace.
Darts player Jonny Clayton reveals he almost quit darts after the tragic death of his father who passed away suddenly in July 2023 Darts player Jonny Clayton has revealed he almost quit darts following the death of his father last year.
Following his triumphant win an emotional Clayton admitted he came close to calling it a day in the sport when his father, John, passed away suddenly in July 2023.
The former plasterer from Pontyberem, who just turned 50, went on further to say that he is far from his best despite claiming victories over both Mickey Mansell and Gurney in his opening games at the World Championship.
I had no interest, I didn’t want to play the game, I didn’t want to travel.
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