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The Irish Sun
16 hours ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
World Matchplay Darts DELAYED by power cut as arena left in darkness during walk-ons for first game of the evening
THE World Matchplay Darts was plunged into darkness after a power cut caused delays at the Winter Gardens venue. Fans had to wait for the lights to come on before the highly-anticipated tournament could get underway after already seeing the first match delayed by 15 minutes. Advertisement 2 The crowd behind James Wade was plunged into darkness after a power cut hit the World Matchplay Darts in Blackpool Credit: Sky Sports James Wade and Joe Cullen were due to play out the tournament's curtain raiser at 7:10pm, but were delayed in their walkouts for some 15 minutes. And things went even further awry when the lights inside the arena cut out as Wade took to the stage. Fortunately for the World No8, the stage lights remained on so that he could see where he was going. But those in the crowd in Blackpool were sat in darkness after a local power cut had caused the chaos. Advertisement READ MORE IN DARTS Fans watching at home couldn't believe their eyes when they saw the incident unfold live on Sky Sports. And one even joked: "Put 50p in the meter". When the action did get back underway it was Wade who kept his cool to ensure a victory and a place in the second round. Advertisement Most read in Darts CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Wade, who is making his 20th consecutive World Matchplay appearance, spoke after the match about how much playing in Blackpool means to him. He said: "Bloody hell, I've won tournaments with less than that [104.44 average]. Darts legend Bobby George sends stark message to Luke Littler as he warns sensation he can 'go from hero to zero quick' "It is what it is. They [the fans at Winter Gardens] are all interested in darts. They're all listening, they're all watching and that's what makes Blackpool magical. Advertisement "Everyone is interested in darts. Some of the other venues you don't get that interaction, but here it's great. I'm very excited to be back here". 2 Wade has played in 20 consecutive World Matchplay events Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
16 hours ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
World Matchplay Darts DELAYED by power cut as arena left in darkness during walk-ons for first game of the evening
The event had already been delayed THROW IN THE DARK World Matchplay Darts DELAYED by power cut as arena left in darkness during walk-ons for first game of the evening Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE World Matchplay Darts was plunged into darkness after a power cut caused delays at the Winter Gardens venue. Fans had to wait for the lights to come on before the highly-anticipated tournament could get underway after already seeing the first match delayed by 15 minutes. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The crowd behind James Wade was plunged into darkness after a power cut hit the World Matchplay Darts in Blackpool Credit: Sky Sports James Wade and Joe Cullen were due to play out the tournament's curtain raiser at 7:10pm, but were delayed in their walkouts for some 15 minutes. And things went even further awry when the lights inside the arena cut out as Wade took to the stage. Fortunately for the World No8, the stage lights remained on so that he could see where he was going. But those in the crowd in Blackpool were sat in darkness after a local power cut had caused the chaos. READ MORE IN DARTS LEW CAN DO IT Two-time world champ, 40, to make emotional darts return after over 2yrs away Fans watching at home couldn't believe their eyes when they saw the incident unfold live on Sky Sports. And one even joked: "Put 50p in the meter". When the action did get back underway it was Wade who kept his cool to ensure a victory and a place in the second round. The Machine breezed past Cullen 10-3, putting up a superb average of 104.44 - his highest in 10 years at Winter Gardens. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Wade, who is making his 20th consecutive World Matchplay appearance, spoke after the match about how much playing in Blackpool means to him. He said: "Bloody hell, I've won tournaments with less than that [104.44 average]. Darts legend Bobby George sends stark message to Luke Littler as he warns sensation he can 'go from hero to zero quick' "It is what it is. They [the fans at Winter Gardens] are all interested in darts. They're all listening, they're all watching and that's what makes Blackpool magical. "Everyone is interested in darts. Some of the other venues you don't get that interaction, but here it's great. I'm very excited to be back here".
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Christian Wade's attitude sees him make mark in THIRD professional sport
CHRISTIAN Wade is proving mind over matter and seizing his chance makes sure he comes good as he makes his mark in a THIRD professional sport. The former England and British Lions RU star scored a try on his senior rugby league debut as Wigan saw off Huddersfield. Advertisement 3 Christian Wade has revealed how his attitude to taking chances is seeing him make his way in a third professional sport Credit: Just like when he made NFL giants Buffalo Bills' squad and scored a 65-yard touchdown with his first touch. And at the heart of it all is what goes on in his head, just as it did when he was a kid. Wade said: 'Don't worry about mistakes or what might go wrong. Just think about what can go right. 'There's no point because things are going to go wrong. Things going wrong is inevitable. Advertisement 'I hadn't played rugby league before, I've only been here four weeks, I've played the whole season with Gloucester. 'There were all these excuses you can have on it, but I was like, 'No, from the day I come here, I need to train like I'm playing, so when my opportunity comes, I'm ready to go. MOST READ IN RUGBY LEAGUE Exclusive Exclusive 'On Wednesday it was like, 'Right Wadey, you're playing.' 'In the NFL, it's very rare you get opportunities. I got one in the fourth quarter and on my first touch, I scored. In rugby, it's the same. Advertisement Most read in Rugby League Exclusive 'There are loads when I had to seize the moment. That's propelled me on to the next opportunity. 'There are loads I didn't get, but I pride myself on any I've had in my career, I've made the most of them. 'I haven't always had the same opportunities everyone else has, but whatever I've had, I've always tried to do something with a bang. 'It's, 'When that opportunity arises, what are you going to do with it?' Advertisement 'When I was younger, I might get five minutes off the bench or play a whole game, but there was one opportunity where I got the ball. 3 Wade scored a try on his senior debut against Huddersfield Credit: 'If it's the one time, I'm scoring. I'm determined to make something of this opportunity, of this possession. That's what it's always been, trying to make something happen. 'I'd been waiting for one at Wigan, so it was like, 'OK, this is my opportunity to play. Try and make the most of it.'' Advertisement Wade, 34, had a shaky start but raced over in the second half of a 'crazy' experience. Even in just 80 minutes, his attitude to life shone through as he added ahead of today's visit of Hull FC: 'It was crazy. 'From the very start to the end, it was a whole different experience. The speed of the game. It's an aerobic game, we're constantly moving. There are no real rest periods. 'And a lot of contacts for me. Things like first and second carries, but that's my job. If that's my job, then I have to make sure I'm in there. Advertisement 3 Wade believes Junior Nsemba would be a superstar, whatever the code or competition Credit: 'Huddersfield did put a couple of high kicks up at me and I dropped a couple easy ones, which I wasn't happy about. 'That's the game, though. I could do better but you've got to try and ride it out.' Wade may be from down south and his accent definitely is not from Wigan but he has quickly integrated himself into the Warriors' squad. Advertisement And one player stands out more than most, Junior Nsemba. 'He was probably the first player I met at the Good Friday game with St Helens,' Wade recalled. 'But I knew was an up-and-coming superstar. Read more on the Irish Sun 'From the beginning, I was like, 'This guy's an absolute beast.' He's really big, but he's fast. He's got footwork. He's powerful, he's strong. 'He is something to fear, especially at his age now. What's he going to be like in five years? 100 per cent, he'd be a superstar in either code or any competition.' Advertisement
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Christian Wade's attitude sees him make mark in THIRD professional sport
Former England and British Lions RU ace scored on senior RL debut, just like he did in American Football WADE IN Christian Wade's attitude sees him make mark in THIRD professional sport Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CHRISTIAN Wade is proving mind over matter and seizing his chance makes sure he comes good as he makes his mark in a THIRD professional sport. The former England and British Lions RU star scored a try on his senior rugby league debut as Wigan saw off Huddersfield. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Christian Wade has revealed how his attitude to taking chances is seeing him make his way in a third professional sport Credit: Just like when he made NFL giants Buffalo Bills' squad and scored a 65-yard touchdown with his first touch. And at the heart of it all is what goes on in his head, just as it did when he was a kid. Wade said: 'Don't worry about mistakes or what might go wrong. Just think about what can go right. 'There's no point because things are going to go wrong. Things going wrong is inevitable. 'I hadn't played rugby league before, I've only been here four weeks, I've played the whole season with Gloucester. 'There were all these excuses you can have on it, but I was like, 'No, from the day I come here, I need to train like I'm playing, so when my opportunity comes, I'm ready to go. 'On Wednesday it was like, 'Right Wadey, you're playing.' 'In the NFL, it's very rare you get opportunities. I got one in the fourth quarter and on my first touch, I scored. In rugby, it's the same. 'There are loads when I had to seize the moment. That's propelled me on to the next opportunity. 'There are loads I didn't get, but I pride myself on any I've had in my career, I've made the most of them. 'I haven't always had the same opportunities everyone else has, but whatever I've had, I've always tried to do something with a bang. 'It's, 'When that opportunity arises, what are you going to do with it?' 'When I was younger, I might get five minutes off the bench or play a whole game, but there was one opportunity where I got the ball. 3 Wade scored a try on his senior debut against Huddersfield Credit: 'If it's the one time, I'm scoring. I'm determined to make something of this opportunity, of this possession. That's what it's always been, trying to make something happen. 'I'd been waiting for one at Wigan, so it was like, 'OK, this is my opportunity to play. Try and make the most of it.'' Wade, 34, had a shaky start but raced over in the second half of a 'crazy' experience. Even in just 80 minutes, his attitude to life shone through as he added ahead of today's visit of Hull FC: 'It was crazy. 'From the very start to the end, it was a whole different experience. The speed of the game. It's an aerobic game, we're constantly moving. There are no real rest periods. 'And a lot of contacts for me. Things like first and second carries, but that's my job. If that's my job, then I have to make sure I'm in there. 3 Wade believes Junior Nsemba would be a superstar, whatever the code or competition Credit: 'Huddersfield did put a couple of high kicks up at me and I dropped a couple easy ones, which I wasn't happy about. 'That's the game, though. I could do better but you've got to try and ride it out.' Wade may be from down south and his accent definitely is not from Wigan but he has quickly integrated himself into the Warriors' squad. And one player stands out more than most, Junior Nsemba. 'He was probably the first player I met at the Good Friday game with St Helens,' Wade recalled. 'But I knew was an up-and-coming superstar. 'From the beginning, I was like, 'This guy's an absolute beast.' He's really big, but he's fast. He's got footwork. He's powerful, he's strong. 'He is something to fear, especially at his age now. What's he going to be like in five years? 100 per cent, he'd be a superstar in either code or any competition.'
North Wales Chronicle
2 days ago
- Health
- North Wales Chronicle
James Wade says being at his best gives a feeling of relief, rather than pride
The 42-year-old was diagnosed with the mental health condition in 2009 just as he had made his way to the top of the sport, having won a raft of major tournaments in the previous two years. Wade, who is an ambassador for charity Bipolar UK, has been able to navigate the challenges the illness has presented to remain among the elite players, but concedes that success often comes with a sense of relief rather than pride. Hi Everyone. As many of you are aware I am an ambassador for Bipolar uk and I'm very honoured to be part of the upcoming Darts & Black tie event for Bipolar Uk.📷 Join us for a celebrity panel discussion, darts exhibition, black tie dinner and more!For more information on the… — James Wade (@JamesWade180) May 23, 2025 'Proud is probably not a word that would come into it really,' he told the PA news agency. 'When I do well, I tick my own boxes in my mind. 'I know I can still do it, and I still can do it. When I do what I've been doing, at times, I just stand back and I feel probably relieved, because I know I can do it. 'But I also know how hard I can make it for myself. It's nothing to do about anyone else, it's about how I am and how I'm doing.' There are many triggers to Wade's illness, including a packed schedule, but he can spot the signs and knows how to manage it. 'I find it exhausting talking to a lot of people like you're expected to because sometimes I just want to sit there and be quiet,' he said. 'If you do that for six days, seven days, doing something that's hard work for you, which other people take for granted, it mentally just drains you. 'In it you start feeling really negative about everything. It makes you hate everything around that. 'And it can happen that quick. I had a couple, three, four days like that, but I went fishing, came back and felt really refreshed, to be fair. 'So you know, quite lucky. It didn't go into a big valley of doom and gloom, which you can do for weeks and weeks and weeks.' In his role as an ambassador for Bipolar UK, Wade is hosting a charity dinner on August 22, to raise some much-needed funds. Darts pals Michael Smith and Gerwyn Price will be in attendance along with songwriter Nicky Chinn and TV presenter Leah Charles-King. Wade, who is preparing for the World Matchplay in Blackpool, said: 'Bipolar UK is probably one of the worst funded charities. You have so many link-ons to other charities that someone's doing this for that charity, then you'll have a link on to another. 'Bipolar UK are on their own. They get nothing, which is disgusting. 'I'm lucky enough to have a small platform, and some people, not very many people, listen to me. 'When we approach people that are known, we always ask them to talk about the illness, because they're opening more doors, making more people aware of it, not just for treatment, but also for understanding of how people are at times. 'The last thing you want is someone ending their life because they're having a bad day with their illness. And that happens far too often.' :: Tickets for James Wade's 'An Audience With Stars' at Old Thorns Resort & Hotel in Hampshire on August 22 are available at
