Sky Sports host announces death of Wayne Mardle's wife during live broadcast

thesun.co.uk — December 15, 2024 at 09:00 PM UTC

Sky Sports darts host Emma Paton announced the death of Wayne Mardle's wife, Donna, during a live broadcast. Donna Mardle, 52, passed away after a short illness just before the 2025 PDC World Darts Championship. Paton expressed her condolences, stating that Wayne is in the team's thoughts and hearts. She noted that Wayne, a key figure in darts commentary, would not be part of the team for the foreseeable future. Sky Sports and the PDC both extended their condolences to Wayne Mardle and his family following Donna's passing. Wayne had previously shared that Donna overcame cancer nearly seven years ago.

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Darts players express condolences to Wayne Mardle after wife's death (thesun.co.uk)
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Luke Humphries offers condolences to Wayne Mardle after wife's passing (mirror.co.uk)
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