Through the Host Nation Qualifier, German darters without a PDC Tour Card could attempt to qualify for the Euro Tour tournament in Sindelfingen, which takes place from 26 to 28 May.
Maendl-Lawrance beat the likes of Michael Hurtz (5-0) and Lukas Wenig (5-2) en route to qualification. Kurz dealt with the likes of Marcel Hausotter (5-2) and Niko Springer (5-4).
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