Brody Klinge and Raymond Smith claimed two titles apiece as the 2026 Australian Darts Association (ADA) Tour kicked off in Mandurah, Western Australia.
Events 1-4 saw both players dominate proceedings across the February 21-22 double-header.
Klinge powered through a 124-player field to win Event One, sealing a whitewash victory over two-time World Championship qualifier James Bailey. The Melbourne thrower followed with another title in Event Two, defeating former Tour Card Holder Darren Penhall 6-3. A standout moment came in his semi-final win over Smith, averaging 99.97 in a 6-1 rout.
However, Smith stole the headlines on Sunday with a sensational nine-darter during his Event Three semi-final against Klinge, averaging 103.66 in a 6-0 whitewash. He went on to defeat Anthony Shreeve 6-2 in the final, having earlier dispatched World Championship quarter-finalist Tim Pusey.
Smith completed the weekend double in Event Four, edging out Michael Bajowski in a deciding-set clash after a series of straight-set victories.
“I’m feeling very good. It’s been a very interesting weekend,” reflected Smith.
“I got a nine-darter at the Australian Championship two years ago but this was a big one and I’m happy to be part of history.
“It’s been a while since I’ve played tournaments where I’m getting pushed, getting the challenge, so I just want to chase the ADA around and keep playing this level.
“It’s given us the impetus and opportunity now to go back and find that extra level.”
Smith and Klinge sit joint top of the ADA Tour standings on $3,800, ahead of Bajowski, Shreeve and Bailey.
Source: PDC.TV
