{"title":"Jose De Sousa: Darts Equipment \u0026 Bio","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jose De Sousa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNickname: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Special One\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDOB:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 25, 1974\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHome Town:\u003c\/strong\u003e Torrejon de Ardoz, Spain\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaterality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Right handed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDarts:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/20g-darts\" title=\"20g Darts\"\u003e20g\u003c\/a\u003e Trinidad Signature\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalk-on Song:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pitbull – I Know You Want Me\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest achievement:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2020 Grand Slam of Darts winner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJose De Sousa’s rapid rise to prominence in the world of darts reached new heights when he won the 2020 Grand Slam of Darts. ‘The Special One’ made history as the first player from Portugal to win a major darts title as he lifted the \u003ca title=\"Eric Bristow Darts\" href=\"\/collections\/eric-bristow\"\u003eEric Bristow\u003c\/a\u003e Trophy aloft in Coventry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Portuguese ace is known for his high-scoring ability and has grown a legion of fans for his relaxed and confident demeanor at the oche. A former Premier League finalist, De Sousa continues to earn admiration from fans and fellow players alike. Shop our Jose De Sousa collection of darts and Condor Axe dart flights!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJose De Sousa Darts by Trinidad\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection of Jose De Sousa \u003ca title=\"Trinidad Darts\" href=\"\/collections\/trinidad-darts\"\u003eTrinidad\u003c\/a\u003e darts have been tailored to the style of playing of ‘The Special One’. The \u003ca title=\"Trinidad Pro Jose De Sousa Type 3 Darts\" href=\"\/collections\/jose-de-sousa\/products\/trinidad-pro-steel-tip-darts-jose-de-sousa-jose-type3\"\u003eTrinidad Pro Jose De Sousa Type 3 Darts\u003c\/a\u003e is a popular set from this range and is made of 90% tungsten. This set features alternating ring cuts and micro ring cuts on the barrels, along with mild shallow cuts which helps allow for a snug fit when the dart is in your hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe selection of Jose De Sousa flights from the \u003ca title=\"Condor Axe Darts Flights\" href=\"\/collections\/condor-axe\"\u003eCondor Axe\u003c\/a\u003e range all include his nickname ‘The Special One’ printed on them and in various designs. The \u003ca title=\"Condor Axe Jose De Sousa The Special One 2 Clear Dart Flights\" href=\"\/collections\/jose-de-sousa\/products\/condor-axe-dart-flights-jose-de-sousa-small-the-special-one-2-clear\"\u003eCondor Axe Jose De Sousa The Special One 2 Clear Dart Flights\u003c\/a\u003e is one of our best sellers, with these flights part of the brand’s all-in-one flight and stem system and offering players extra durability and precision whilst at the oche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat darts does Jose De Sousa use?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe darts Jose De Sousa currently uses are the \u003ca title=\"Trinidad Pro Jose De Sousa Type 2 Gold Darts\" href=\"\/collections\/jose-de-sousa\/products\/trinidad-pro-steel-tip-darts-jose-de-sousa-type-2-gold-18g\"\u003eTrinidad Pro Jose De Sousa Type 2 Gold Darts\u003c\/a\u003e in 20g. De Sousa’s signature darts have a gold titanium coating on the front of the barrel to give a unique look. The 90% tungsten barrels include two styles of grip, with a standard radial grip with a milled cut at the front of the barrel and fine radial rings at the rear of the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our \u003ca title=\"How To Choose The Best Darts Weight\" href=\"\/blogs\/how-to\/how-to-choose-the-best-darts-weight\"\u003e‘How To Choose The Best Darts Weight’\u003c\/a\u003e blog for some tips and advice on choosing the right darts for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow old is Jose De Sousa?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn on February 25, 1974, Jose De Sousa celebrated his 50th birthday in the early months of 2024. One of his first major tournaments after turning 50 was the 2024 UK Open, where he lost 10-7 to Denmark’s Benjamin Drue Reus in the fourth round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘The Special One’ went into the 2024 season ranked outside the top 24 on the PDC Order of Merit, which meant he missed out on an appearance in the Masters. This is an event open to the players ranked in the top 24 and typically acts as a curtain-raiser for the new season. De Sousa reached the semi-finals of the Masters in 2022 in one of his best runs since becoming a major champion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere does Jose De Sousa live?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJose De Sousa lives in Torrejon de Ardoz, in Spain, but was born in Portugal and represents his country of birth in tournaments. Before his emergence in the PDC, De Sousa competed several times in the EDF European Darts Championship – a \u003ca title=\"Soft Tip Darts\" href=\"\/collections\/soft-tip-darts\"\u003esoft tip darts\u003c\/a\u003e event which is played on \u003ca title=\"Electronic Dartboards\" href=\"\/collections\/soft-tip-dartboards\"\u003eelectronic dartboards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2019, the Portuguese ace won a PDC tour card for the first time at European Q-School, meaning he could play against the world’s best players on the professional \u003ca title=\"Steel Tip Darts\" href=\"\/collections\/steel-tip-darts\"\u003esteel tip darts\u003c\/a\u003e circuit. De Sousa made history the following year as he teamed up with Jose Marques in the 2020 PDC World Cup of Darts, with it being the first time Portugal had ever appeared in the tournament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Jose De Sousa’s net worth?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of April 2024, Jose De Sousa was on the verge of breaking the £1 million mark for prize money won in PDC competitions. After winning his PDC tour card in 2019, ‘The Special One’ quit his job as a kitchen fitter to pursue a full-time career as a darts player.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis victory at the 2020 Grand Slam of Darts earned him £125,000 in ranking money, and the year after he pocketed £120,000 for his run to the final of the 2021 Premier League. De Sousa began the 2024 season well-placed inside the world’s top 32 on the PDC Order of Merit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy is Jose De Sousa known as ‘The Special One’?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJose De Sousa earned the nickname of ‘The Special One’ during his breakthrough 2020 season on the PDC circuit. In October 2020, he won the European Darts Grand Prix, beating Michael van Gerwen 8-4 in the final, before he followed up that success by lifting the Grand Slam of Darts trophy a month later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Sousa’s nickname is shared with the football manager Jose Mourinho, who labelled himself ‘The Special One’ during a press conference whilst managing Chelsea in the Premier League. In fact, Mourinho sent a video message congratulating his fellow Portuguese after he won the Grand Slam of Darts. In the message he said: “Jose De Sousa, you already stole the Special One, but I am very happy you did! I’m super proud.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJose De Sousa Career Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJose De Sousa’s career in the PDC took off with his title success at the European Darts Grand Prix in late 2020. ‘The Special One’ overcame Michael van Gerwen in the final in Sindelfingen, averaging 105 in the decider to scoop the £25,000 prize. The title also earned him a spot in the Grand Slam of Darts just a few weeks later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gu0D7dBhcNA?si=6BzYhfIp_D6LiYJ_\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn November 2020, Jose De Sousa made even more history as he won the Grand Slam of Darts. He defeated multi-time major winner \u003ca title=\"James Wade Darts\" href=\"\/collections\/james-wade\"\u003eJames Wade\u003c\/a\u003e 16-12 in the final of the tournament, which was played behind closed doors in Coventry during the pandemic. De Sousa wrapped up the title in style with a 158 finish as he became the first player from Portugal to win a major darts event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IwuqVaTHbvM?si=bFjs-22ke0vs6eb6\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJose De Sousa has built a legion of fans for his unorthodox finishing and counting on the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dartboards\" title=\"Dartboards\"\u003edartboard\u003c\/a\u003e. One of the most memorable moments involving De Sousa occurred during the 2021 Premier League, when he checked out 120 in an unusual way. The 120 checkout is often referred to as ‘Shanghai’ with players opting for a treble, single and double (all in the 20 segment) to complete the finish, but De Sousa decided to hit three double 20s instead to take out the finish!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4lkGIrxhohA?si=1Zl4Zw8HwptB0_4I\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed some help on what to buy from our Jose De Sousa darts collection? Use the \u003ca title=\"Contact Darts Corner\" href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e page to speak with our expert team in customer services. Our team can help any questions about the Jose De Sousa darts for sale on this page, as well as any queries about delivery and returns.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"condor-axe-dart-flights-jose-de-sousa-small-the-special-one-clear","title":"*Condor AXE Dart Flights - Jose De Sousa - Small - The Special One - Clear","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"CN316\"\u003eThe Condor AXE player dart flights are designed to provide improved accuracy and stability in-flight. These clear small standard flights with the The Special One design for Jose de Sousa are made from a durable polymer material and are available in 3 sizes. The short The Special One flights are measured from the ridge of the screw to the joint\/link between the clear small standard flights and the clear short stem. Shaft length 21.5mm  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"CN317\"\u003eThe Condor AXE player dart flights are designed to provide improved accuracy and stability in-flight. 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