Raymond van Barneveld is serenaded with a chorus of 'Happy Birthday' ahead of his second round clash against Michael Smith in Sindelfingen! 📺 bit.ly/PDCTVLive | #ET4
VIDEO: German fans surprise Raymond van Barneveld with birthday song in Sindelfingen
PDCMonday, 22 April 2024 at 19:00
Raymond van Barneveld was forced to celebrate his 57th birthday in Sindelfingen because he competed in the European Darts Grand Prix there last weekend.
The Dutchman gave himself an early birthday present on Friday by beating Franz Roetzsch 6-2 in the first round. A day later, Van Barneveld had to face Michael Smith on his birthday.
The celebration did not go unnoticed, as German fans sang the song "Happy Birthday" to the Dutchman prior to his match against Smith. Van Barneveld could clearly appreciate the gesture of the spectators and gave a sign of gratitude. The five-time world champion did, however, lose the match against Smith 5-6.
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- This is the difference between other players and Phil Taylor. Phil would be completely motivated even before his walk on and didn't need anything else to do so.richieburnettrocks14-11-2024
- Still impressive though. Also literally everyone cares about averages that's what makes darts fascinating.medinabello14-11-2024
- BS he won a Euro Tour during this down period something that not many players can say. Dobey, Noppy, DvD, Ross Smith to name just a few.medinabello14-11-2024
- Maybe the supposed top players are burnt out from the endless travelling and tournaments, I just don't think they have the dedication or outright desire to win. I think they are more interested in the money and being popular, just keeping their rankings steady. The only thing that mattered to Phil Taylor was winning, not winning a few games to top up the money pot and seeking the fans attention. Maybe there is too many tournaments now and the enthusiasm is gone. This year especially has seen so many different winners and unexpected draws and line ups.richieburnettrocks14-11-2024
- Nobody cares about averages, the only record he'll take from Phil and its meaningless. Winning tournaments is the only importance of darts and nobody will ever eclipse Phil in any meaningful way. What does an average pay or warrant any success, this proves that, yet people still bang on about them.richieburnettrocks14-11-2024