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Mark Webster Diagnosed With Rare Blood Cancer, Pauses TV Role

The 2008 BDO champion says chemotherapy is underway with doctors keeping him off crowded broadcasts.

Overview

  • PDC Europe, which disclosed the diagnosis Thursday on Instagram, confirmed the TV pundit is being treated for hairy cell leukemia.
  • Webster told Darts World that low white blood cell counts have weakened his immune system, so he stepped away from on‑air duties in February.
  • He said chemotherapy is in progress and temporary boosters are helping his blood values, with a medical check set this week to gauge a possible return before the Premier League ends on May 28.
  • He first sought tests after persistent fatigue and heavy tiredness, which led to the January 8 diagnosis.
  • Webster noted that this leukemia type is uncommon yet highly treatable, citing roughly 95% success rates, and he remains optimistic about resuming work once his counts recover.