The Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) have responded after boos and whistles marred the second night of action at this year’s Premier League in Glasgow.
Luke Littler was crowned the winner at the OVO Hydro after a tense final with world No.1 Luke Humphries.
But the final was one of several matches throughout the night that was tainted by crowd chaos, after whistles and boos were heard coming from the audience.
In an earlier clash between Humphries and former world champion Gerwyn Price, the Welshman snapped back at the crowd’s interjections by letting out a stinging whistle of his own.
Whereas Robb Cross twice had match darts booed by sections of the crowd during his agonising 6-5 defeat against Littler in the opening match of night two.
Addressing the incidents in a statement sent to Express Sport, the PDC said: “Following Thursday’s Premier League Darts night in Glasgow, the PDC wishes to strongly reiterate that it does not condone any behaviour which can disrupt an event, such as whistling or booing when players are throwing.
“Every player goes on stage with the intention of performing to the best of their ability and providing an entertaining spectacle for all fans, whether in the venue or watching worldwide.
“As per the terms and conditions of entry to events, spectators who act inappropriately can be removed from the venue.
“The PDC works closely with Premier League venues, who have responsibility for crowd control, to take proactive and decisive action against those who behave inappropriately.
“The vast majority of fans who attend our sell-out events on a regular basis also condemn this behaviour and we will continue to promote a positive atmosphere which gives all players the opportunity to play to the best of their ability in every match.”