Kenyan vet wanted to keep Ally Pally wasp in his pocket during shock darts win

19 Dec 2025 • 6:55 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Kenyan darts sensation David Munyua secured a stunning upset victory against 18th seed Mike De Decker at the World Championship, coming back from a 2-0 deficit.
  • During the dramatic match, a persistent Ally Pally wasp landed on Munyua's face, prompting him to try and capture it as a good luck charm.
  • Munyua, a full-time veterinarian in Nairobi, expressed his desire to keep the insect in his pocket, stating he loves “going through tough things' and wanted it to “stay with me”.
  • He detailed the challenges of balancing his veterinary profession with his passion for darts, often being on call while playing.
  • The Ally Pally wasp has emerged as an unexpected star of the tournament, continuing to disrupt matches and vex other players despite attempts to deter it.

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