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Norman Madhoo wins 2024 CDLC Event #2 Qualifier in Jamaica
Foreign Link Darts Club player, Norman Madhoo
Kaieteur Sports – Guyanese darts star Norman “The Storm” Madhoo emerged as the champion of the 2024 Championship Darts Latin American Caribbean (CDLC) Event #2 Championship Qualifier on Sunday at The Montego Bay Conference Centre in Jamaica.
Entering the 2024 championship, Madhoo was at the top of the 2023 CDLC Tour points’ standings, with fellow countryman Sudesh Fitzgerald in the second spot. During Event #2 Qualifier, Madhoo showcased his skill, winning 36 out of 49 matches, including a thrilling final where he clinched the title by winning three consecutive legs in a deciding match against Fitzgerald.
Fitzgerald also performed admirably in both CDLC events so far, finishing as a semifinalist in Event #1 and securing an impressive runner-up finish in Event #2.
In the 2024 rankings, Madhoo is currently trailing the #1 seed Rashad Sweeting, having amassed 22 points with 53 wins and 19 losses. This performance brings Madhoo one step closer to securing a spot in the World of Darts Championship.
During a post-match interview in Jamaica, Madhoo attributed his success in the final to his determination. “Sudesh had me for most of the contest, but the dynamic of the match changed when I hit the 120, shifting things in my favour. From there, my confidence increased, and I went on to win the next three rounds,” Madhoo explained.
Both Madhoo and Fitzgerald currently sit atop the CDLC Two Year Order of Merit, guaranteeing their participation in future special events.
Looking ahead, Norman Madhoo aims to deliver more solid performances in Chile, with the hope of securing a spot at the World of Darts Championship. Meanwhile, the CDLC Qualifier: Events 3 and 4 are scheduled for October in Chile.
The duo, Madhoo and Fitzgerald also send special thanks to sponsors; Regency Suites Hotel (Guyana), GuyDrones, Chris Auto & AC Mechanics, Club Dart Central (USA), Suit & Tie Darts USA (Barbados), Lucas Mirach (Germany Dart Board), Cuesoul (Dart Equipment) and Foreign Link Dart Club for their unwavering efforts towards making their participation at this tournament possible.
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