Tomas Seyler: German darts pioneer and three-time champion

Tomas ‘Shorty’ Seyler, a pioneer of German darts, passed away in July 2024 at the age of 49. Born in Bremerhaven, Seyler was a central figure in the development and popularization of the sport in Germany.

Seyler achieved several historic milestones, including being the first German player to compete in a PDC World Darts Championship. He was a three-time German champion, winning titles in 2001, 2003, and 2004. One of his most significant career achievements occurred in 2004 when he and Andree Welge won the pairs title at the Dutch Open, a feat that remains unique among German pairings.

Beyond his playing career, Seyler became a prominent commentator, working alongside Elmar Paulke to influence a generation of German darts fans.