Shane O'Connor (born 4 December 1985) is an Irish former professional

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player who played in

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events.

Darts career

O'Connor won the 2008 Irish Matchplay which earned him a place in the 2009 PDC World Darts Championship. He later reached the semi-finals of the Gleneagle Irish Masters, beating Jacko Barry 4-0 and

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5–0, eventually losing 5-4 to the eventual winner

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. O'Connor was drawn against David Fatum in the preliminary round, being beaten 6–4.

World Championship results

PDC

* 2008: Last 70 (lost to David Fatum 4-6) (legs)

Personal life

O'Connor was not a full-time professional and makes his living as a scaffolder.

References

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