Kenyan Wins Historic World Darts Championship Despite Wasp Landing
Kenyan darts player David Munyua has won the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship in Alexandra Palace in London, United Kingdom, making him the first Kenyan to achieve it.
On his debut on December 18, 2025, the 30-year-old beat Belgium’s Mike De Decker, a top-18 player and reigning World Grand Prix champion.
MUNYUA MAKES HISTORY! 🇰🇪
— PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) December 18, 2025
INCREDIBLE!
David Munyua produces one of the biggest shocks in World Championship history to dump out Mike De Decker!
What a moment for Kenyan darts!#WCDarts | R1 pic.twitter.com/XRkKcaErfd
Munyua, who was already a winner, rose to prominence after winning the African Darts Group Championship, claiming a spot in the PDC World Darts Championship.
Munyua rallied to win 3-2 in his maiden PDC World Darts Championship after going behind by two sets at the start.
David Munyua bringing the vibes to Ally Pally 🕺 pic.twitter.com/BM1Au5qVm7
— Sky Sports Darts (@SkySportsDarts) December 18, 2025
Despite falling behind early on, Munyua gained confidence as the game went on, showcasing lively celebrations and carefree dancing between throws that eventually won over the fans.
The Kenyan won the difficult third and fourth sets, prompting a thrilling final set that had fans on their feet owing to the dramatic nature of his victory.
After the contest, an emotional Munyua admitted he had not expected such a result.
🗣️ "Everyone back home in my country are going crazy!"
— PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) December 18, 2025
David Munyua reflects on creating one of the most incredible stories in World Darts Championship history! 👇#WCDarts pic.twitter.com/dznLSE3yH3
“It is amazing. I didn’t expect it. But now it has happened, and I’m happy about it,” said Munyua.
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Munyua, a full-time veterinarian from Kabati in Murang’a County, claimed that the competition was his first trip outside of Africa, making his achievement even more remarkable.
He said the victory meant more than personal success, describing it as a proud moment for Kenya and African darts.
“It was either do-or-die because Mike is a top player,” beamed Munyua after the match.
David Munyua stuns Mike De Decker at the World Darts Championship 💪 pic.twitter.com/fSFjlgadQZ
— Sky Sports (@SkySports) December 18, 2025
By advancing to the second round, David Munyua has guaranteed himself a minimum of Ksh4.3 million in prize money.
Kenyan Wins Historic World Darts Championship Despite Wasp Landing
