The event also saw America's Paul Lim hit the first nine-dart finish at the World Championship in his second round match with Ireland's Jack McKenna, receiving £52,000 for his efforts. It was the only nine-dart finish ever thrown in the BDO World Championship.
During this event, Paul Lim of America achieved the first nine-dart finish at the World Championship during his second round match against Jack McKenna of Ireland, earning £52,000 for his feat. This was a unique achievement as it was the only time a nine-dart finish has been thrown in the BDO World Championship.