Music star Olly Murs was harshly BOOED when he appeared on the big screen at the World Darts Championship – following his previous remark that fans need to “mature.”
The "Heart Skips a Beat" hitmaker, 41, attended Ally Pally for the tournament's 13th day.
Olly Murs was in the Ally Pally crowdCredit: GettyHowever, the singer was booed when he appeared on the big screenCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
He faced a significant upset after a two-time world champion.
However, Murs was not welcomed warmly, as those in attendance this afternoon BOOED him when he was highlighted by the cameras and displayed on the big screen.
An awkward tweet from January 2018 resurfaced after he felt the backlash from the crowd.
Murs was watching Phil Taylor’s World Championship match against Rob Cross when he posted a critical comment on X – and it came back to haunt him today.
He stated: “People at the darts shouting ‘Boring, Boring Taylor’ honestly grow up!
“You’re watching a true legend in his sport. He didn’t win 16 world titles by being boring.”
in the Final, allowing him to become world champion in his debut appearance.
Murs also witnessed Ryan Meikle, Callan Rydz, and Jermaine Wattimena secure their spots in the last 32 today.
In an interview with Sky Sports, he shared that he is a passionate darts fan and enjoyed watching on Monday.
The former X Factor star is also a Manchester United supporter and was previously a co-owner of the non-league team Coggeshall Town.
Murs recently disclosed plans for a potential boxing debut.
He has been training in the gym with super-welterweight fighter Sam Gilley for four years, which has led him to fall in love with the sport.
Michael van Gerwen is among the names set to take the stage at Ally Pally tonight.
Murs was previously critical of darts fansCredit: PAHe faced an upset after Peter Wright was eliminated from the tournamentCredit: Getty
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Olly Murs booed at the World Darts Championship?
Olly Murs was booed after he appeared on the big screen during the event, following previous comments he made suggesting that fans need to "grow up."
What did Olly Murs say about darts fans in the past?
In a tweet from January 2018, Murs criticized darts fans who were chanting "Boring, Boring Taylor," urging them to appreciate the skill of a true champion.
Is Olly Murs a darts fan?
Yes, Olly Murs is a big darts fan and has expressed his enjoyment of watching the sport.
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Olly Murs was in the Ally Pally crowdCredit: Getty
However, the singer was booed when he appeared on the big screenCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
Murs was previously critical of darts fansCredit: PA
He faced an upset after Peter Wright was eliminated from the tournamentCredit: Getty
