DARTS star Josh Rock has apologised to fans after his error-strewn Premier League darts defeat to Michael van Gerwen on Thursday night.
Rock was beaten 6-2 by the Flying Dutchman in the quarter-finals at the AFAS Dome in Antwerp.
Josh Rock apologised to fans after losing to Michael van Gerwen in the Premier League dartsCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
Van Gerwen capitalised on a number of mistakes from Rock to win 6-2Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
It was a night to forget for the 24-year-old, who has suffered a difficult run of form in recent weeks.
He was beaten by Jonny Clayton in last week’s Premier League Darts opener in Newcastle, losing by the same scoreline.
And at the start of the month, he was thumped 4-0 by in the World Masters last eight.
In Antwerp’s night, Rock continued his sketchy form after averaging just 79.34 across the eight legs.
The player was so unhappy with his performance that he said sorry to fans who saw him in action.
He claimed the main reason for his off night was a lack of grip on his darts.
Rock said on social media: “Want to apologise to everyone who watched me.
“Felt fantastic up there but had no grip on my fingers, is what it is, we move on. All the best @mvg180.”
The Northern Irish star currently sits ninth in the darts world rankings.
He managed to reach the last-16 of the before a 4-0 whitewash by rival Justin Hood.
Rock’s opponent ended up reaching the final of night two in Belgium before beating Littler 6-4 in the semis.
He was then beaten by in the final.
The Dutchman lost 6-3, which led Price to claim he was playing the best darts of his career.
He said: “I think I’m playing some of the best stuff I’ve played, I’m just not winning tournaments.
“There’s no way I can’t win a major, bigger Pro Tours, Europeans.
“Averages are just for show and if you play well on your darts and win matches you win tournaments. I’m going to get some.”
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