Cameron Menzies breaks silence after fainting during World Matchplay Darts with match abandoned in worrying scenes

CAMERON MENZIES has given a positive update on his condition after fainting during his World Matchplay showdown with Ross Smith. The Scot, 37, appeared to buckle as he prepared to step up to the oche in the early stages of the second round tie at Winter Gardens. Cameron Menzies has given an update after fainting at the World Matchplay Credit: Getty The Scot fell ill during the early stages of his showdown with Ross Smith Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Menzies, who was dreaming of bagging a spot in the quarter-finals after already notching a statement win over Luke Humphries, had Smith and officials rush to his aid. He was then helped off the stage and given medical attention following the worrying scenes. Sign up for the Sport newsletter Thank you! But Menzies has broken his silence in a social media post after the clash with Smith was abandoned. The world No27 wrote: “Thanks to everyone who’s checked in and sent messages. I’m okay.” PDC chiefs confirmed Menzies, who recently admitted to putting his CV on Indeed after struggling to rediscover his best form, was given the green light to leave Winter Gardens after being assessed. A statement read: “Cameron Menzies was taken ill during his round two match against Ross Smith at the Betfred World Matchplay on Wednesday evening. “Cameron experienced high blood pressure, which caused him to feel dizzy and subsequently faint. “Following an assessment by the on-site medical team, Cameron was deemed well enough to return to his accommodation. Most read in Sport SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET UP TO £100 BONUS Menzies was given medical attention at Winter Gardens Credit: Getty “We wish Cameron all the best and look forward to seeing him back in action soon.” Sky Sports’ TV cameras quickly panned away from the stage after Menzies fell ill. As the situation unfolded, presenter Emma Paton said: “Cameron Menzies is currently unwell. All we know is that he is being seen to by St John’s Ambulance. “We know that he is with some medics at the moment. Hopefully he is okay and feeling better very shortly.” Menzies had been involved in some social media sketches for the PDC and recreated his 170 ‘Big Fish’ finishes shortly before going on stage. Smith, 37, was given a bye into the quarter-finals, where he is set to face Gerwyn Price. Comment now