EXCLUSIVE- Suljovic on contemplating retirement, future ambitions and ‘Darts Control’

Mensur Suljovic revealed that he was on the brink of retiring from darts three years ago, as he spoke exclusively to Josh’s Dartistry this week. The Austrian seriously considered retirement back in 2013, although he’s now reaping the rewards from committing to play the Pro Tour circuit on a full-time basis, a decision he made back in 2015.

In part two of this exclusive interview, Suljovic candidly discusses how he was contemplating retirement, before revealing his hopes for this year‘s World Championship and beyond. ‘The Gentle’ also provides an insight into his practice regime and highlights the importance that his Vienna based darts club ‘Darts Control‘ have had on his career.

Having climbed up to the dizzy heights of world number seven, you could forgive Suljovic for feeling bullish. The 44-year-old has enjoyed a stunning 2016 which saw him win his maiden PDC title at the International Darts Open, before reaching his first PDC TV major final at the European Championship just a month later.

Nevertheless, there is a refreshing level-headedness to Suljovic’s darting make-up. He has the self-belief and motivation required to suceed at the top level, but he still maintains a very humble exterior which has certainly endeared him to the darting crowds across the world.