NATHAN ASPINALL has admitted he’s not a fan of darts’ new ‘opera singer’ referee Franz Engerer – but insists the German shouldn’t be axed.
Engerer has gone as he belts them out with operatic flair during Euro Tour matches.
The 24-year-old – who was described by as ‘German eye candy’ – went viral on social media with his antics seemingly being like Marmite.
But world No8 towards Engerer’s choir-esque calling.
He laughed and told talkSPORT: “You know what? I was on a train and I was watching the game.
“He was shouting and I was like, ‘I actually don’t think I could play if he was reffing.’
“I just don’t like the call. Nothing against the guy. Don’t sack him. It’s not for me.”;
Engerer has been taking singing lessons and performing in choirs since seventh grade and understands his style isn’t for everyone.
He said: “Most of the feedback has been really lovely.
“Of course, not everyone’s a fan – and that’s fine, especially with how unique my 180 is – but it’s amazing to get that recognition.
“People come up to me asking for photos, and that’s just surreal.
“I’ve been taking singing lessons and singing in a choir since seventh grade.
“We’ve performed everything from operas to musicals and solos.”;
The saxophone player’s journey into officiating began at grassroots competitions like the PDC Europe Super League.
Encouraged by positive feedback, he applied for a caller position and has since become a notable figure on the PDC tour.
