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Scottish Sun
05-05-2025
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‘Not for me' – Nathan Aspinall asks for ‘German eye candy' darts referee NOT to officiate his matches
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NATHAN ASPINALL has admitted he's not a fan of darts' new 'opera singer' referee Franz Engerer - but insists the German shouldn't be axed. Engerer has gone viral for his theatrical '180' calls as he belts them out with operatic flair during Euro Tour matches. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Franz Engerer has gone viral for his operatic 180 calls Credit: PDC 4 Nathan Aspinall is not a fan of the singing antics - but does not want him sacked Credit: Alamy The 24-year-old - who was described by Laura Woods as 'German eye candy' - went viral on social media with his antics seemingly being like Marmite. But world No8 Aspinall revealed his dislike towards Engerer's choir-esque calling. He laughed and told talkSPORT: 'You know what? I was on a train and I was watching the game. 'He was shouting and I was like, 'I actually don't think I could play if he was reffing.' READ MORE ON DARTS CUE A CHANGE ITV presenters and pundits set to be axed in shake-up to darts and snooker 'I just don't like the call. Nothing against the guy. Don't sack him. It's not for me.' Engerer has been taking singing lessons and performing in choirs since seventh grade and understands his style isn't for everyone. He said: 'Most of the feedback has been really lovely. 'Of course, not everyone's a fan – and that's fine, especially with how unique my 180 is – but it's amazing to get that recognition. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS 'People come up to me asking for photos, and that's just surreal. 'I've been taking singing lessons and singing in a choir since seventh grade. Shambolic 40-darter leg branded 'magnificent for all the wrong reasons 'We've performed everything from operas to musicals and solos.' The saxophone player's journey into darts officiating began at grassroots competitions like the PDC Europe Super League. Encouraged by positive feedback, he applied for a caller position and has since become a notable figure on the PDC tour. 4 Laura Woods described Engerer as 'German eye candy' Credit: Instagram
The Irish Sun
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Not for me' – Nathan Aspinall asks for ‘German eye candy' darts referee NOT to officiate his matches
NATHAN ASPINALL has admitted he's not a fan of darts' new 'opera singer' referee Franz Engerer - but insists the German shouldn't be axed. Engerer has gone 4 Franz Engerer has gone viral for his operatic 180 calls Credit: PDC 4 Nathan Aspinall is not a fan of the singing antics - but does not want him sacked Credit: Alamy The 24-year-old - who was described by But world No8 He laughed and told 'He was shouting and I was like, 'I actually don't think I could play if he was reffing.' READ MORE ON DARTS 'I just don't like the call. Nothing against the guy. Don't sack him. It's not for me.' Engerer has been taking singing lessons and performing in choirs since seventh grade and understands his style isn't for everyone. He said: 'Most of the feedback has been really lovely. 'Of course, not everyone's a fan – and that's fine, especially with how unique my 180 is – but it's amazing to get that recognition. Most read in Darts CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS 'People come up to me asking for photos, and that's just surreal. 'I've been taking singing lessons and singing in a choir since seventh grade. Shambolic 40-darter leg branded 'magnificent for all the wrong reasons 'We've performed everything from operas to musicals and solos.' The saxophone player's journey into darts officiating began at grassroots competitions like the PDC Europe Super League. Encouraged by positive feedback, he applied for a caller position and has since become a notable figure on the PDC tour. 4 Laura Woods described Engerer as 'German eye candy' Credit: Instagram 4 He is a saxophone player away from the oche Credit: Instagram
Scottish Sun
21-04-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Opera-singing referee dubbed ‘German Eye Candy' steals show at European Darts Trophy 4 with amazing 180 call
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LUKE LITTLER and co may believe they are the main attraction at the German Darts Grand Prix, but they risk being upstaged by referee Franz Engerer. The 24-year-old is a rising star among PDC referees, and is making waves in the darts fandom. 5 Darts referee Franz Engerer has captured the hearts of fans with his operatic 180 call 5 The unique call came to life during the European Darts Trophy 5 On top of being able to sing, Engerer plays the saxophone Credit: Instagram 5 The 24-year-old appears to support German fourth tier side Spvgg Bayreuth Credit: Instagram 5 He also plays bowling Credit: Instagram This is in part thanks to his remarkable calling technique during games. During the European Darts Trophy clash between Andrew Gilding and Callan Rydz in Gottingen, Netherlands in March, Engerer went viral thanks to his uniquely operatic way of calling 180s. The lifelong darts enthusiast explained to DartsNews how he had been encouraged to use his voice for a career. He said: "People kept telling me to do something with my voice, but I wasn't sure. Should I really apply? In the end, I did—and I'm incredibly happy I took that chance... READ MORE IN DARTS 'GUTSY MOVE' Darts star Dimitri van den Bergh to take indefinite break from sport "Most of the feedback has been really lovely. "Of course, not everyone's a fan—and that's fine, especially with how unique my 180 is—but it's amazing to get that recognition. People come up to me asking for photos, and that's just surreal.' His unique 180 call is not something done off the cuff, but rather the result of him taking singing lessons and singing in a choir since the age of 12. He explains: "I've been taking singing lessons and singing in a choir since seventh grade. We've performed everything from operas to musicals and solos. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK "At first, my 180s weren't as theatrical, but I realised this style suits me—and I ran with it." However, opera singing is not his only talent. Darts star Scott Williams risks fine after giving fans middle finger during German Grand Prix Engerer, who appears to support German fourth tier club Spvgg Bayreuth, also plays the saxophone, drives motorbikes, and plays bowling. On top of everything else, he has also been dubbed with the moniker, "German Eye Candy". It is a key part of Engerer's ever-growing brand. Speaking on its origin and what he thinks of it, he said: "That actually started at the Women's Series. "Philip Brzezinski (PDC Europe's Master of Ceremonies) picked it up and ran with it—especially at galas. "I'd never give myself that nickname—that would be a bit awkward!" Engerer's first darts events came at galas and grassroots competitions like the PDC Europe Super League. And despite now shaking it up in the big leagues he admits he still needs to block out the nerves of being on TV. He added: "I just have to block out the fact that the TV cameras are on me. "Funny enough, I was way more nervous at my first gala than at my Euro Tour debut." Speaking about how he had first got into darts refereeing, he revealed: "There was a caller casting organised by Sport1 and PDC Europe around two years ago. "I applied because I had already called at smaller tournaments and had received a lot of positive feedback about my voice."
The Irish Sun
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Opera-singing referee dubbed ‘German Eye Candy' steals show at European Darts Trophy 4 with amazing 180 call
LUKE LITTLER and co may believe they are the main attraction at the German Darts Grand Prix, but they risk being upstaged by referee Franz Engerer. The 24-year-old is a rising star among PDC referees, and is making waves in the darts fandom. Advertisement 5 Darts referee Franz Engerer has captured the hearts of fans with his operatic 180 call 5 The unique call came to life during the European Darts Trophy 5 On top of being able to sing, Engerer plays the saxophone Credit: Instagram 5 The 24-year-old appears to support German fourth tier side Spvgg Bayreuth Credit: Instagram 5 He also plays bowling Credit: Instagram This is in part thanks to his remarkable calling technique during games. During the European Darts Trophy clash between Andrew Gilding and Callan Rydz in Gottingen, Netherlands in March, Engerer went viral thanks to his uniquely operatic way of calling 180s. The lifelong darts enthusiast explained to He said: "People kept telling me to do something with my voice, but I wasn't sure. Should I really apply? In the end, I did—and I'm incredibly happy I took that chance... Advertisement READ MORE IN DARTS "Most of the feedback has been really lovely. "Of course, not everyone's a fan—and that's fine, especially with how unique my 180 is—but it's amazing to get that recognition. People come up to me asking for photos, and that's just surreal.' His unique 180 call is not something done off the cuff, but rather the result of him taking singing lessons and singing in a choir since the age of 12. He explains: "I've been taking singing lessons and singing in a choir since seventh grade. We've performed everything from operas to musicals and solos. Advertisement Most read in Darts BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK "At first, my 180s weren't as theatrical, but I realised this style suits me—and I ran with it." However, opera singing is not his only talent. Darts star Scott Williams risks fine after giving fans middle finger during German Grand Prix Engerer, who appears to support German fourth tier club Spvgg Bayreuth, also plays the saxophone, drives motorbikes, and plays bowling. Advertisement On top of everything else, he has also been dubbed with the moniker, "German Eye Candy". It is a key part of Engerer's ever-growing brand. Speaking on its origin and what he thinks of it, he said: "That actually started at the Women's Series. "Philip Brzezinski (PDC Europe's Master of Ceremonies) picked it up and ran with it—especially at galas. Advertisement "I'd never give myself that nickname—that would be a bit awkward!" Engerer's first darts events came at galas and grassroots competitions like the PDC Europe Super League. And despite now shaking it up in the big leagues he admits he still needs to block out the nerves of being on TV. He added: "I just have to block out the fact that the TV cameras are on me. Advertisement "Funny enough, I was way more nervous at my first gala than at my Euro Tour debut." Speaking about how he had first got into darts refereeing, he revealed: "There was a caller casting organised by Sport1 and PDC Europe around two years ago. "I applied because I had already called at smaller tournaments and had received a lot of positive feedback about my voice."
