We profile the two-time PDC World Darts Champion and five-time world finalist, 'The Flying Scotsman', Gary Anderson.
Ranking Titles
Gary Anderson has captured a total of 53 titles during his illustrious career, with 15 of those coming in TV events.
His two World Darts Championship crowns remain the most highly-prized of that list, having gone the full distance at Alexandra Palace in 2015 and 2016.
He has also reigned supreme in the Premier League twice (2011 and 2015), the World Matchplay (2018), the UK Open (2018), the Players Championship Finals (2014) and the Champions League in 2018.
Anderson is also a World Cup winner after capturing the title, along with partner Peter Wright, in 2019.
Other Career Titles
Gary Anderson has also claimed 37 PDC ProTour titles throughout his career, whilst being recognised as the PDC Player of the Year on two occasions (2015 and 2016).
The Scotsman has also landed three televised perfect legs during his career in the UK Open, World Darts Championship and in the World Matchplay.
World Ranking
Gary Anderson is currently ranked 12th on the PDC Order of Merit.
Nickname
Gary Anderson has carried his 'Flying Scotsman' moniker since 2009, after opting to ditch his previous 'Dream Boy' handle.
'The Flying Scotsman' is a reference towards the famous Scottish steam train.
Walk-On Song
Gary Anderson currently uses 'Jump Around' by House of Pain as his current walk-out song.
It's a song that has now become synonymous with the Flying Scotsman given his success in the sport.
Age
Gary Anderson is 55 years old and celebrates his birthday during the World Championships on 22nd December.
Where is Gary Anderson from?
Originally from Musselburgh, East Lothian, Scotland, Gary Anderson moved to Eyemouth, Berwickshire, after meeting his ex-wife.
However, since their split, Anderson and his current partner Rachel now reside in Burnham-on-Sea in Somerset.
Prize Money
Gary Anderson has collected £575,750 in prize money over a two-year period in ranking tournaments.
Darts
The darts that Gary Anderson currently uses are his signature Unicorn Gary Anderson Darts Phase 6's in 23g.
The Phase 6's have been designed specifically for him and feature 90% tungsten barrels with Unicorn shafts and his own signature flights.
Net Worth
Gary Anderson has a reported net worth of around £4.5m.
This is largely attributed to his success on the PDC Tour, with his two world title successes alone landing landing him over 10 percent of that total.
