# Nathan Aspinall
Who / What
Nathan Aspinall is an English professional darts player competing in Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) events, commonly known by his nickname "the Asp". He has been a prominent figure in professional darts, achieving a peak world ranking of number four.
Background & History
Nathan Paul Aspinall was born on 15 July 1991 in England and began his professional darts career competing in PDC events. His career breakthrough came in 2019 when he won his first major televised title, the UK Open. He further solidified his status by winning the World Matchplay in 2023 and has accumulated 11 PDC titles throughout his career.
Why Notable
Aspinall is notable for being a two-time PDC major champion, having won the prestigious UK Open and World Matchplay tournaments. His achievement of reaching a peak world ranking of number four in 2024 highlights his consistent performance among the sport's elite. With 11 PDC titles, including three European Tour titles on the 2025 PDC Pro Tour, he has established himself as a significant competitor in professional darts.
In the News
Aspinall remains relevant as a top-ranked player, currently holding the world number fourteen position in the PDC. His recent milestone of reaching a peak ranking of world number four in 2024 keeps him in the spotlight as a contender in major tournaments. His continued participation and success on the 2025 PDC Pro Tour maintains his current relevance in the sport.
