Rydz pokes fun at his hair during World Darts Championship, amusing fans.

Callan Rydz couldn't contain his excitement as he advanced to the quarter-finals of the World Darts Championship, defeating Robert Owen in a thrilling match. Despite the pressure and intensity of the tournament, Rydz remained unfazed by the taunting from some fans about his unconventional hairstyle. In fact, he revealed that he's used to getting teased by his own friends back home, so the crowd's jokes didn't bother him at all.

Ranked 43rd in the world, Rydz has emerged as one of the dark horses for the championship title, impressing everyone with his exceptional performances at London's Alexandra Palace. In his previous matches, he effortlessly defeated Romeo Grbavac, Martin Schindler, and Dimitri Van den Bergh without dropping a single set. However, his last-16 clash with Robert Owen proved to be a tougher challenge, as he found himself down 2-0 in sets. But Rydz refused to give up and fought back, ultimately winning the match 4-3 and securing a spot in the quarter-finals for the second time in his career. Now, he eagerly awaits his next opponent, either Michael van Gerwen or Jeffrey de Graaf, for a chance at the semi-finals.

His impressive skills on the dartboard have caught the attention of fellow player Peter Wright, who recently named Rydz as his favorite to win this year's championship. Rydz was grateful for the recognition but remained focused on taking it one game at a time. He also praised Wright for his own performance, acknowledging the difficulties and challenges that both players have faced in the past year.

During his match against Owen, the crowd's chants about his hair could be heard on the broadcast. But Rydz shrugged it off, stating that he's heard worse from his friends back home. He even joked that the crowd's energy and support actually helped him win the game, despite feeling like he struggled during certain moments. With an average score of 97, Rydz proved that he's in top form and ready for whatever comes next.

Looking ahead, Rydz could potentially face his close friend Chris Dobey in the semi-finals, a thought that excites him but also reminds him to stay focused on the present. As practice partners and local darts rivals, a potential match between the two would be a true battle of Bedlington. But first, Rydz knows he has to take on the quarter-finals and give it his all before thinking about the possibility of facing Dobey in the next round.

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