DARTS enthusiasts are requesting refunds following a technical malfunction with PDCTV during the Day 7 coverage from Ally Pally.

Bettors who logged on to watch the afternoon session of the PDC World Championships encountered a “wall of silence.”


Viewers on PDCTV have been complaining about a lack of sound from the World Championships

2

Viewers on PDCTV have been complaining about a lack of sound from the World Championships
Credit: PA

Many demanded a refund as the issue persisted during the afternoon session

2

Many demanded a refund as the issue persisted during the afternoon session
Credit: PA

Fans shared their frustrations on social media after trying to watch the opening match featuring Karel Sedlacek and Rhys Griffin.

The PDCTV broadcast began at 12:30 PM; however, numerous viewers reported that there was no sound throughout the stream.

After a 25-minute silence, the PDC released a statement on X.

They stated: “We are aware of a sound issue on PDCTV and are currently collaborating with our providers to resolve it.

“We appreciate your understanding.”

As the action got underway at the iconic Ally Pally, discontented fans who had paid for access became increasingly frustrated as the problems continued.

One user expressed on X: “Patience? Seriously… the stream has been live for 25 minutes with no sound, and it took this long to issue a statement? Time for refunds, this is unacceptable. I woke up at 6 AM in the States to watch this… I want to hear it too.”

Another wrote: “Are you going to turn the sound on? 20 minutes of silence… the matches have started, and still, there’s no audio… what’s happening?”

BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS

A third user pleaded: “Please fix the sound issues on PDC TV.”

A fourth commented: “This is the Worlds, it’s not just a Pro Tour; everything should be flawless.”

Ed Sheeran downs drink and gives Ally Pally crowd the middle finger after Ipswich taunt at PDC World Darts Championship

A fifth user added: “Total farce. I’ve never seen an event manage so poorly without major issues. PDCTV really needs a comprehensive overhaul.”

Darts fans are eagerly anticipating an action-packed Super Saturday from the Palace, with a lineup of eight matches.

Rising star Luke Littler will make his debut in this year’s tournament tonight against Ryan Meikle.

World Darts Championship – top stories

READ MORE on all the build-up to the Ally Pally extravaganza…

All the info:

News, features and interviews:

A confident Meikle stated: “I’m certain he’ll face a lot of pressure, especially from the media and TV audience.

“I’m not planning to slow him down or use any specific tactics.

“I hope to just relax and show my best game.

“Honestly, I don’t see any weaknesses in him. I think he’s extraordinary.”