Aspinall brands car thieves “scumbags” after Audi smashed during World Grand Prix run

NATHAN ASPINALL branded car thieves “scumbags” after his Audi was smashed up in the middle of his incredible World Grand Prix run.

The world No15 returned to his black vehicle on Tuesday morning to find the passenger-side front window smashed in and glass covering the floor and seat.

It came during a nightmare spell for Aspinall, 35, who has been battling a severe illness for around two-and-a-half weeks.

The Asp has struggled with the viral since the World Series Finals in Amsterdam and admitted it has taken time to finally feel like himself again.

But the Stockport star has somehow continued his charge in Leicester, beating Kevin Doets, Luke Woodhouse and Ryan Joyce to reach the semi-finals.

He told Darts World: “Yeah, obviously I've now got six windows back in my car, which is a bonus. After someone broke into my car, scumbags!

“But yeah, obviously a lot of us have had it. Ross Smith has been ill; I don't think Humphries has been too clever, and Littler's been struggling.

“I've had it for probably about two and a half weeks, and today was the first day where I've actually completely felt fresh.

“I've kept food down today. I don't know what it is; maybe it's the strain of Covid. I don't know.

“I don't want to start anything, but I don't know what's going on. But no, I feel great, really looking forward to it.”

The setback has done little to derail Aspinall's bid for another major title as he continues to produce his best darts when it matters most.

And with his children finally set to be in the crowd, Aspinall is confident he can maintain his stunning form against Gerwyn Price.

He added: “Now tomorrow my girls are definitely coming.

“Unfortunately they couldn't get here tonight, but they're definitely coming tomorrow.

“That'll put a smile on my face tomorrow.

“Listen, if I play like that, someone's going to have to play real hard to beat me.

“Tomorrow's another day, but I think I can repeat that again and hopefully go on with this title.”

Aspinall is chasing a third major title to add to his 2019 UK Open and 2023 World Matchplay triumphs.