David Munyua stunned Mike De Decker on Thursday. John Walton/PA Images via Getty Images
Kenyan qualifier and veterinarian David Munyua shocked 18th seed Mike De Decker on Thursday in one of the all-time shocks in World Darts Championship history.
Munyua, 30, is the first Kenyan to take to the stage at Alexandra Palace and has never visited England before doing so for this tournament. He had to secure secure money from sponsors in order to make the trip to north London from Nairobi.
He trailed De Decker by two sets to nil before pulling off a remarkable comeback sealed with his third match dart at double 20.
The win means Munyua is guaranteed at least £15,000. He would pocket another £10, 000 should he get past either Kevin Doets or Matthew Dennant who face off in their first-round tie on Friday.
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