World Matchplay 2026: Cameron Menzies receives medical care, Gerwyn Price, James Wade and Gian van Veen win
During the World Matchplay tournament, Cameron Menzies was forced to forfeit his match after suffering from dizziness and high blood pressure. Other competitors, including Gerwyn Price and Gian van Veen, successfully advanced to the quarter-finals.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the physical demands of professional darts and the importance of on-site medical protocols in high-stakes sports.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Cameron Menzies beat world number two Luke Humphries in the first round of the World Matchplay
Cameron Menzies needed medical attention after being taken ill during his World Matchplay second-round match against Ross Smith in Blackpool on Wednesday.
While leading the game 2-1, Scotland's Menzies stepped away from the oche and appeared unsteady on his feet as England's Smith and the referee guided him safely off stage.
It was later confirmed that Menzies was cleared by medics backstage but was unable to return to the stage to continue, and so forfeited the match.
The PDC said: "Cameron experienced high blood pressure, which caused him to feel dizzy and subsequently faint.
"Following an assessment by the on-site medical team, Cameron was deemed well enough to return to his accommodation.
"We wish Cameron all the best and look forward to seeing him back in action soon."
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