Menzies apologises after violent outburst

SCOTLAND'S Cameron Menzies issued an apology after he repeatedly punched a table in frustration following his 3-2 defeat to Charlie Manby in the first round of the World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace, which left him with a bloodied hand.

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Menzies had led twice in the match as he took the opening set before going 2-1 up, but 20-year-old Manby fought back before he finally pinned double one after both men had missed match darts.

As Manby went off to celebrate, Menzies was unable to keep a lid on his frustration - turning to violently punch the underside of the table three times, causing water bottles to fall off as the crowd booed. Footage also showed him surpressing the onstage fireworks with his hand.

Menzies was visibly upset while congratulating his opponent and held his hands up to apologise to the crowd before walking off stage.

Pictures showed he had a bloody gash on his right hand, and he was treated by onsite medics.

It is the second time in as many years that Menzies has been knocked out in the first round after he broke down in tears during and following his exit to Leonard Gates last December.

Menzies later apologised for his "emotional" reaction, revealing the death of his uncle and the upcoming funeral had been on his mind.