Ted Hankey - Definition and Overview

Ted Hankey (born February 20, 1968) is an English darts player who won the BDO World Championship in 2000. His nickname is The Count.

Hankey was born in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England, and built up a large fan base due to his obsession with Dracula. His entry onto stage is typically marked by him wearing a gown, while he plays his darts with a trademark scowl.

In 2000, he whitewashed Ronnie Baxter 6-0 in the Embassy World Final, finishing with a spectacular 170 checkout - which was the highest in the tournament. Ted reached the final again the next year, but lost to John 'Boy' Walton 6-2.

Ranked number two for the 2004 tournament, he was knocked out in the second round by Tony O'Shea. This was a huge disappointment for a man who had won four Open events in the last year.

BDO World Championship Results

• 1998: Q/F
• 1999: 2nd round
• 2000: Won (beat Ronnie Baxter 6-0)
• 2001: Runner-up (lost to John 'Boy' Walton 6-2)
• 2002: 2nd round
• 2003: 1st round
• 2004: Q/F