The strength in the PDC deepens every year as competition grows fiercer.
The established old guard are increasingly finding it difficult to maintain their lofty position in the game as an influx of new blood takes to the oche.
The darts boom following Luke Littler’s heroics will likely introduce further talented youngsters in the coming years, forcing the current pros to step up to compete.
One pro who has significantly stepped up his game is Cameron Menzies.
The 35-year-old has a wealth of experience in the game, but his career has been marred by inconsistency and dips in form.
Statistics from Darts Orakel, however, show the Scotsman is finally making the most of his ability.
Cameron Menzies narrowly missed out on Matchplay after form surge
The headline a fortnight ago was James Wade maintaining his near two-decade presence in the World Matchplay.
Menzies threatened to end that streak in the final event before the tournament, needing to win the title to make his Blackpool debut and deny Wade.
‘Cammy’ demolished Michael Smith and dumped out World Champion Luke Humphries en route to the semi-final before ultimately succumbing to Jonny Clayton.
This run had been on the horizon for some time and the stats reveal Menzies’ has significantly improved his performance levels since the start of last year.
His running average on the Pro Tour since the start of 2024 is 95.47, surpassing the likes of Luke Littler, Rob Cross and Michael Smith.
If his form continues on this upward trend, the 2022 BDO World Championship semi-finalist could realise his potential.
Major debuts await for Menzies later this year
Menzies may have missed out on a Winter Gardens debut, but his form has put him in a great position for the remainder of the year.
He is on course to make his debut in both the World Grand Prix and European Championship in October.
The world number 47 is defending nothing from either tournament and as a result, could propel himself up the world rankings come the World Championship.
The Glaswegian has often been described as erratic and a loose cannon on stage but if he can maintain his focus and composure over the next six months, it could be a career-defining year for Menzies.