'We’re going to Korea in September and we’re going to have a great trip now': Jeff Smith ecstatic at scooping £25,000 MODUS Super Series haul

Jeff Smith created history at the 2025 MODUS Super Series by becoming the first North American to win a Series championship, defeating Jimmy van Schie in the Series 11 final to claim the £25,000 top prize, a gold medal, and a place at the upcoming ADC Global Championship.

The Canadian, affectionately known as “The Silencer,” was taken aback by his achievement after a hard-fought final in which the crowd heavily backed his Dutch opponent. “Playing that game and all the crowd support Jimmy had, I wish I was Dutch,” Smith admitted with a smile post final. “But at the same time, I’m thrilled. I can’t even believe I got this.”

Lucky Number 18

Remarkably, Smith sealed the title with the exact same checkout that won him Week One of Series 11. “I had 18 left, I had double nine, and I said, ‘No, there’s no way,’” he explained. “The last one won me, it was a split. I’m going ten-double four – and here we are.”

Finishing the Key

Long regarded as one of the most clinical finishers in the sport, Smith’s composure on the doubles once again proved decisive. Entering the final with a 73% checkout success rate, he delivered when it mattered most. “That’s my whole game,” Smith said. “If I’m finishing well, I can beat any player in the world and I know that. And if I could get my scoring up, I’d probably be a world champion someday. But tonight, I’m a MODUS Super Series champion. There we go.”

Family, Lobsters, and Future Targets

As well as the silverware, Smith banked £25,000 for his victory, which he acknowledged would go a long way back home in Canada. “Yes sir,” he laughed. “My wife’s happy. We’re going to Korea in September and we’re going to have a great trip now.” Alongside the prize money and medal, Smith also secured a coveted invitation to the ADC Global Championship later this year. “I can’t wait for that,” he said. “The spinoffs of playing MODUS are unreal. To get to come back again for that now – there’s another £60,000 on the table. And man, I’m so happy you guys all came out tonight. Good support. I can’t wait. Hopefully I’m back in December.”

A Finisher’s Instinct

Reflecting on his performance, Smith highlighted his resilience under pressure and ability to punish opponents when opportunities arose. “The finishing,” he said when asked what he was most proud of. “I was against the throw a couple of times and I was worried about that because I had a couple of really stout players against me. But I found a way to win. As long as I get a shot at a double, I have a chance.” He added: “I don’t want to give them any chances to begin with, but if they let me off the hook on a shot here or there, then that’s what I do – I just clean up.”

A Message to North America

With eyes now turning to the ADC Global Championship in November, Smith is also preparing for a return to the World Cup in Korea, where he has already won the singles crown once before. He also paid tribute to fellow Canadian star Jacob Taylor, who made his own mark on the MODUS stage in recent months. “Jacob Taylor is one of the best players in North America,” Smith said. “Kind of made his name through the online darts and whatnot, but he came over here and showed he could play. And this one’s for him.”