The Artist — protagonist of one of the greatest PDC World Championship finals ever played, his epic 7-6 defeat to Phil Taylor in 2004 is remembered as the finest final of the modern era.
Kevin Painter's 2004 PDC World Championship final against Phil Taylor is universally considered one of the greatest matches in darts history. The match went to a seventh set, with Taylor finally prevailing in a final that showcased every element of what makes professional darts compelling. Painter came within a whisker of causing the sport's greatest upset. He remained a consistent PDC top-32 performer for over a decade.
His 2004 PDC World Championship final against Phil Taylor — which went to a seventh set — is considered by many experts to be the finest darts match ever played.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- PDC World Championship finalist 2004
- Multiple PDC ranking events