Wade reacts to Hearn's departure as PDC Chairman after Wright win: "It's a real big concern for me"

James Wade produced a 105 average to reel off four consecutive legs from 4-3 down to win 7-4 against Peter Wright as the Premier League Darts action continued.

But for Wade, despite the display, he said his preparation once more going into the second block didn't leave him ready.

"I've had a poor preparation this time as well but I'm a typical dart player, full of excuses but to be fair, I've had some awkward circumstances put in front of me but it is what it is," said Wade post match.

A lot was made also of the state of the board pointed in the direction of Wright and when asked about the matter, Wade said it isn't up to him to make the call and even if he voiced his opinion, nothing would be done.

"There's no point depending on what player you are and who you are, someone like me there's no point complaining because it falls on deaf ears."

News broke that Barry Hearn was to leave his role as PDC chairman and Wade offered a disappointed reaction to the news as well as concern at what the future might hold.

"I honestly felt really disappointed because I feel like I've been part of a long journey and I didn't know anything about it. I'm forever grateful and in debt to that man but maybe he could have said a little something not direct to me but to me that I could have caught the word instead of through the general press."

"It was strange the way it was all done and for me as a PDC player when Barry leaves, it's the most concerning thing in the world. It's a real big concern for me, I don't know which way it's going."

"Without Barry, we'd still be playing in smoky halls. I feel like I've dedicated 15, maybe 20 years of my life to the game, it would have been nice to maybe have a little bit of direct contact. It's just a little bit concerning."