Broadcaster and ex-darts star Mark Webster to take break due to medical condition as statement given

Former darts star-turned-pundit Mark Webster is set to take some time away from the microphone.

The 42-year-old is a constant presence on Sky Sports’ darts coverage, including the World Darts Championship and the Premier League.

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Webster was also announced as part of the new-look ITV coverage for events like the World Series, the World Masters, the UK Open, the World Series of Darts Finals, the European Championship and the Players Championship Finals.

However, for a temporary period he will not be on screens as he deals with a condition which has not been disclosed.

MODUS issues statement on Webster

“On behalf of Mark Webster, MODUS Sports Management can confirm that Mark will be taking a short break from his broadcasting duties, due to a personal medical condition,” a statement read.

“We please ask that you respect Mark’s privacy at this time.”

Several darts fans were quick to express their well wishes for Webster on social media.

One supporter wrote: “Best wishes Webby.”

Another said: “He will be sorely missed hope it’s a speedy recovery.”

A third added: “Hope he’s okay. Best wishes Webby.”

Webster’s playing career at a glance

Webster, nicknamed ‘The Spider’ during his playing days, enjoyed a dazzling playing career which included a BDO World Championship in 2008.

The 42-year-old scooped up the title with a 7-5 win over Simon Whitlock in the final.

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Webster made the jump to the PDC in 2009 and continued to impress, reaching the semi-finals of the opposing corporation’s World Championship in his first entry at the tournament.

The Welshman’s run to the final four earned him a berth in the 2011 Premier League, although he finished eighth in the table having won just twice from 14 matches.

Webster would go on to reach the semi-finals yet again at the PDC World Championships in 2011.

On his way to the penultimate round at the Alexandra Palace, Webster produced the monumental feat of beating Phil Taylor.

Webster knocked ‘The Power’ out in the quarter-finals with a 5-2 victory.

However, he could not back it up in the semi-finals as he was beaten 6-4 by eventual champion Adrian Lewis.

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Outside of the World Championship, Webster reached the semi-finals of the 2011 UK Open and the 2015 World Grand Prix.

He was also a two-time World Cup of Darts semi-finalist, where he represented Wales alongside Richie Burnett.