Steven "Steve" Smith (born 16 May 1979) is an English former professional

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player who played in

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(PDC) events. He has the nickname Smudger.

Career

Smith played in the 2004 PDC World Darts Championship, beating Norman Madhoo of

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in the last 48 to reach the last 40 stage, where he lost 3–0 to

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of England. Smith's best performance in a PDC major was arguably his last 16 performance in the 2006 Desert Classic, where he lost 3–0 in sets to

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. Smith played in his second world championship in the

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, where he lost 3–0 to

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of England in the last 64 stage.

Playing style

Smith was a consistent scorer and finisher who was aggressive on high checkouts. His stance incorporated a prominent lean and he threw at a steady pace.

World Championship results

PDC

* 2004: Last 40: (lost to

0–3) * 2007: Last 64: (lost to

0–3)

References

External links

{{DEFAULTSORT:Smith, Steve 1979 births Living people English darts players Professional Darts Corporation associate players Sportspeople from Maidstone