Former world darts champion Andy Fordham dead at age of 59
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dailyrecord.co.ukdarts champion Andy Fordham has died aged 59, it has been confirmed. Known as ‘The Viking,’ he beat Mervyn King in the final of the 2004 BDO World Darts Championship.
Prior to that, Fordham claimed the title at the Winmau World Masters in 1999 against Phil Jones, according to the Mirror. The legendary darts figure previously had to retire mid-game against Phil Taylor due to health issues.
After his death was confirmed on Thursday July 15, tributes for him poured in across social media.YouTuber Matthew Edgar tweeted: "Sad to see the passing of a legend today.
RIP Andy Fordham."Fordham's old nemesis Taylor added: “When you think of the brightest stars to light up the oche, none of us shone brighter than Andy.“He was one of our biggest.
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