Andrew Fordham (2 February 1962 – 15 July 2021) was an English professional darts player, commonly known as The Viking.
| Andy Fordham | |
|---|---|
| Nickname | “The Viking” |
| Born | 2 February 1962 Erith, England |
| Died | 15 July 2021 (aged 59) Woolwich, London, England |
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Who is known as The Viking in darts?
With his 32-stone frame, long mane and bushy beard, it is no surprise Andy Fordham was known as The Viking to darts fans. And he was equally known for has amazing ability to down incredible quantities of booze – once sinking 77 bottles of beer in day – while still winning vital matches.
What has happened to Andy Fordham?
Died: 15 July 2021 in Dartford, Kent, aged 59. Becoming world darts champion should have been the best thing that happened to Andy Fordham. The darts player, who has died aged 59, won the 2004 BDO (British Darts Organisation) World Championship at the Lakeside, beating Mervyn King in a thrilling final.
Which darts player died last week?
Australian Kyle Anderson has died at the age of 33, the Professional Darts Corporation has confirmed.
What darts player died yesterday?
The Australian darts player Kyle Anderson has died at the age of 33, the Professional Darts Corporation has confirmed.
What killed Andy Fordham?
The British Darts Organisation (BDO) was a darts organisation founded on 7 January 1973 by Olly Croft. Made up of 66 member counties, it oversaw professional, semi-professional and amateur darts competitions in Britain. The BDO subsequently went into liquidation in September 2020.
What killed Kyle Anderson?
Personal life and death Anderson moved from Australia to Nottingham, England, when he became a professional darts player. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he returned to Australia. Anderson was a diabetic, and also had COVID-19 in 2020. His death was announced on 24 August 2021; he was 33 years old.
Who is the best darts player of all time?
Darts: The 10 greatest players of all time
- 1) Phil Taylor. With 16 World Championships, Phil Taylor is the most decorated and the best player of all time.
- 2) Michael van Gerwen.
- 3) Raymond van Barneveld.
- 4) Eric Bristow.
- 5) John Lowe.
- 6) Gary Anderson.
- 7) Dennis Priestley.
- 8) John Part.
Where is Johnny Clayton from?
Fordham, who was known as “the Viking” and once weighed 31 stone, suffered from numerous issues over the course of his career including severe chest pains and breathing difficulties, a minor stroke and cirrhosis.
