Olly Murs booed at World Darts Championship
Pop star Olly Murs faced a harsh reception from the audience at Alexandra Palace during the World Darts Championship, with loud boos echoing through the venue when he appeared on the big screen, reports BritPanorama.
The unwelcoming response seems linked to a social media post from nearly seven years ago, which resurfaced in light of his recent appearance. Darts fans have not forgotten Murs’ previous criticism aimed at their conduct during matches.
In January 2018, Murs attended the championship final between Phil Taylor and Rob Cross, where he expressed displeasure over the crowd’s chants directed at Taylor. “People at the darts screaming ‘Boring, Boring Taylor’ honestly grow up!” he tweeted, a comment that has lingered in the collective memory of darts supporters.
The sentiment proved enduring, as Murs was met with disapproval once more. Crowds at the tournament showed their discontent, indicative of the deep-seated loyalty and pride fans have in the game and its atmosphere.
During yesterday’s session, Murs saw two-time champion Peter Wright upset by amateur player Arno Merk, alongside victories for Ryan Meikle, Callan Rydz, and Jermaine Wattimena who all advanced in the competition. Murs had been at Alexandra Palace earlier in the week as well, showing enthusiastic support for the sport, including a notable performance by Charlie Manby.
While Murs has evolved his interests, recently confirming a shift away from music towards boxing, he remains deeply engaged with darts. In a post on Instagram, he indicated he was stepping back from music, signalling a new chapter in his professional pursuits while leaving behind a music career that has included eight albums over 15 years.
Ultimately, Murs’ experience serves as a reminder of the complex relationship between celebrity and passion in sports, highlighting how words can carry substantial weight and shape public perception, sometimes with lasting effects.
