The Welsh Open Ladies Final at Pontins Sand Bay produced a thrilling day of world-class darts, with Kirsi Viinikainen claiming the 2025 title after a superb performance throughout the knockout stages.
In the final, Viinikainen was in top form, averaging 80.16 to defeat Priscilla Steenbergen 5–1. From the opening leg, she stamped her authority on the match with steady scoring and clinical finishing, leaving Steenbergen little chance to settle despite her strong 77.72 average.
The semi-finals were just as exciting. Viinikainen battled through a nail-biting clash against Deta Hedman, edging a 5–4 win in a high-quality contest where Hedman averaged 73.35 to Viinikainen’s 71.98. On the other side of the draw, Steenbergen booked her place in the final with a 5–3 victory over Paige Pauling, averaging 70.11 against Pauling’s 71.49 in a close, competitive match.
Match Results:
Final: Kirsi Viinikainen 5–1 Priscilla Steenbergen (80.16 – 77.72)
Semi-final: Kirsi Viinikainen 5–4 Deta Hedman OBE (71.98 – 73.35)
Semi-final: Priscilla Steenbergen 5–3 Paige Pauling (70.11 – 71.49)
The victory marks a standout moment for Viinikainen, who demonstrated her consistency and class under pressure to lift the Welsh Open Ladies title in style, delighting the crowd at Pontins Sand Bay.
