Mitchell Lawrie wins individual gold at WDF Europe Cup
Fifteen-year-old Scottish darts talent Mitchell Lawrie, nicknamed ‘Wee Sox’, secured the gold medal in the individual tournament at the WDF Europe Cup. Lawrie demonstrated high performance levels, maintaining an average of over 101 in the final against Zvonimir Lesic and achieving a 6-0 victory in the semi-finals against Anton Östlund. His performance has positioned him as a significant prospect for a potential move to the PDC next year.
England emerged as the overall champion of the WDF Europe Cup, earning four gold medals. Notable successes for England included the women's doubles title won by Laura Turner and Steph Clarke, and the women's team title, where Deta Hedman secured a 9-8 victory in the final.
Other notable results included Wales winning the men's doubles title through Llew Bevan and David Davies, and Ireland claiming a dominant 9-2 victory in the men's team competition led by Damien Grimes. Ireland concluded the event with two gold, two silver, and one bronze medal.