Three dart throwers are facing temporary bans from tournaments due to accusations of questionable wagering actions.
While I won’t disclose their names at this time, the suspended individuals can contest the disciplinary measures imposed by the DRA. The DRA is currently undertaking a comprehensive inquiry into the situation. One of the players earned a spot in the forthcoming World Darts Championship through a qualifying event in India, but his involvement is now uncertain because of the suspension. The DRA plans to hold an official hearing to examine these accusations and guarantee an unbiased and equitable procedure for everyone concerned.
Darts competitor Mavol has been placed on provisional suspension from tournaments authorized by the DRA. This decision arises from possible violations of the DRA’s wagering regulations. The suspension will persist until a hearing is conducted and the issue is settled.
This situation represents one of numerous disciplinary measures imposed on athletes across various sports in recent times due to alleged participation in gambling activities. As an example, in October, the English Football Association (FA) issued multiple disciplinary actions to players discovered to have engaged in forbidden match betting.
The month of October witnessed a rise in such actions by the FA compared to preceding months, encompassing penalties against athletes like Curtis Burroughs, Liam Dolman, Lee Tomlin, and David Northfield for their involvement in illicit wagering on matches.
An additional prominent instance involved Italian national team member Sandro Tonali, who received a worldwide ban for his engagement in unlawful betting.