Against Peter Wright, they both missed droves of match darts before a slip into the 20 going for five from Wright allowed Heta back for double four to finally seal it and achieve darting destiny.
"I'm absolutely stoked," said Heta. "To get one European Tour title under my belt so early in my career, it's unexpectedly expected.
"My weekend's been up and down - I haven't had a steady game all weekend and to come away with my first European Tour win I'm really happy.
"Peter had his chances, just like I did, and the crowd deserved a last-leg decider. To happen like it did, I don't know what to say!"
Samuel Gill is the Chief Content Officer (CCO) of DartsNews.com, a role he has held since 2020. He is responsible for editorial governance across the platform, including setting content standards, overseeing accuracy and consistency, and guiding long-term editorial strategy across professional darts coverage. Since joining, he has contributed more than 10,000 articles and editorial pieces, playing a central role in the development and daily operation of the site.
Based in Leicester, Samuel has extensive experience in darts media and has been closely involved in coverage of the professional darts circuit for several years. Within the UK darts community, he is a recognised figure known for his consistent editorial output and ongoing reporting on major tournaments and developments across the PDC calendar.
In his current role, Samuel works closely with editors and writers to ensure content meets clear journalistic standards, with a focus on source verification, editorial consistency, and timely updates when new, confirmed information becomes available.
"I'm absolutely stoked to get one of these under my belt so early in my career, and i'm so happy I took my chances"
Hear from the newly crowned 2022 Gibraltar Darts Trophy Champion Damon Heta after his enthralling victory over Peter Wright!
#ET13