DARTS star Adam Smith-Neale has been suspended after footage emerged of him appearing to PUNCH his opponent.
The video that has gone viral online shows a man attacking another during an amateur match.
Reports claim Smith-Neale, who is the world No82, is the player in the video.
The Darts Regulation Authority has released a statement confirming he has been suspended amid the allegations.
It read: "On 12th March 2024 Nigel Mawer the DRA Chairman decided to suspend Adam Smith-Neale from attending or competing in DRA-sanctioned events.
"This relates to an allegation that he assaulted another player at the end of his match in an amateur event in Nuneaton played on 9th March 2024.
"He has the right to appeal the suspension decision and he will face a disciplinary hearing at a date to be arranged."
In the video, Smith-Neale's opponent won and then outstretched his arm for a handshake but instead felt the full force of Smith-Neale's fist.
The shocked player appeared unhurt as he walked back to the board to collect his darts and made a gesture towards him.
Smith-Neale then tried to go back at his rival - only for a man to step in and push him against the wall.
Security cameras at the venue in Warwickshire on Saturday night captured the disgraceful scenes.
Meanwhile, the National League clash between Southend and Dagenham & Redbridge was on the TV in the background.
“Don’t get me wrong, The Big Dog is an excellent player with a lot of confidence but he’s got a reputation to repair and two years to do it.
“He must conduct himself well because when more players find out about what he’s done to others in the past they’ll want to stamp on him. Dart players stick up for each other like family.”
The video that has gone viral online shows a man attacking another during an amateur match.
Reports claim Smith-Neale, who is the world No82, is the player in the video.
The Darts Regulation Authority has released a statement confirming he has been suspended amid the allegations.
It read: "On 12th March 2024 Nigel Mawer the DRA Chairman decided to suspend Adam Smith-Neale from attending or competing in DRA-sanctioned events.
"This relates to an allegation that he assaulted another player at the end of his match in an amateur event in Nuneaton played on 9th March 2024.
"He has the right to appeal the suspension decision and he will face a disciplinary hearing at a date to be arranged."
In the video, Smith-Neale's opponent won and then outstretched his arm for a handshake but instead felt the full force of Smith-Neale's fist.
The shocked player appeared unhurt as he walked back to the board to collect his darts and made a gesture towards him.
Smith-Neale then tried to go back at his rival - only for a man to step in and push him against the wall.
Security cameras at the venue in Warwickshire on Saturday night captured the disgraceful scenes.
Meanwhile, the National League clash between Southend and Dagenham & Redbridge was on the TV in the background.
“Don’t get me wrong, The Big Dog is an excellent player with a lot of confidence but he’s got a reputation to repair and two years to do it.
“He must conduct himself well because when more players find out about what he’s done to others in the past they’ll want to stamp on him. Dart players stick up for each other like family.”
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