Cameron Menzies Reveals Serious Hand Injuries After Explosive Outburst at World Darts Championship in London

Scottish darts player Cameron Menzies has revealed the full extent of the injuries he sustained during a shocking incident at this year’s World Darts Championship.

In a first-round match at Alexandra Palace, 36-year-old Menzies lost 3-2 to rising star Charlie Manby—but it was Menzies’ reaction to the defeat that left fans stunned.

The Scotsman smashed his hand repeatedly against a table and attempted to burn it with a pyrotechnic, leaving his hand bloodied.

The incident was broadcast live and sparked concern across the darts world.

A Career Almost in Crisis

Speaking after a 6-4 win over Ritchie Edhouse at the Poland Darts Open in Krakow, Menzies admitted the damage was severe.

“Basically I’ve no feeling in my fingers anymore because of what I did,” he told Oche 180.

He went on to explain the physical toll: “I couldn’t feel my fingers for six weeks.

I had to go through surgery, and I still need hand treatment and therapy.

I’ve made a massive mistake in my life. You can see the scar, and I have to live with that.

I was lucky it wasn’t worse. It could have been severed.”

The incident left him questioning his future in darts.

“A few times I felt like wrapping it up. I’m just not in a good place that way,” he admitted.

Emotional Strain Behind the Scenes

Menzies revealed the emotional pressures leading up to the championship, including the death of his uncle Gary.

“His funeral fell on the day I could have played a second-round match,” Menzies said.

“Let me be clear—that is no excuse for what I did on stage.

It was the wrong thing, and I don’t want it to take anything away from Charlie.

He played well and deserved his win.”

The rising star, Charlie Manby, also commented on the aftermath.

“He understood that I was caught up in my own moment of frustration, and it wasn’t personal toward him or his win,” Manby shared in a social media post.

“It was important to speak to him about that, and I’m grateful he never once thought I was directing anything at me.”

Recovery and Reflection

Menzies expressed gratitude to fans and supporters during his recovery.

“A huge thank you to everyone who has reached out—it really means a lot. My hand is on the mend.

Sorry again for last week! Hope you all have a fantastic Christmas and New Year,” he said.

The player admitted he still struggles with the psychological impact of his actions.

“No words could explain how I felt at that time.

I was stupid and I have to deal with it,” he said candidly.

What’s Next?

Menzies is now focused on both physical and mental recovery.

He continues hand therapy and has committed to controlling his emotions during competitions.

Analysts say that while the outburst was extreme, Menzies’ willingness to face the consequences and work on his recovery suggests he could still rebuild his career.

Summary

Cameron Menzies’ explosive outburst at the 2026 World Darts Championship left him with serious hand injuries and a temporary loss of feeling in his fingers.

The incident occurred after a first-round loss to Charlie Manby and was compounded by emotional strain, including the death of his uncle.

Menzies has undergone surgery, is in recovery, and has apologized to Manby.

He now faces hand therapy and emotional rehabilitation but remains determined to continue his professional darts career.