Darts players Rob Cross and Peter Wright enjoy tour of HMS Lancaster

A bit of a different setting from the 'Ally Pally' oche, but professional darts players Rob Cross and Peter Wright were in high spirits as they were welcomed on board HMS Lancaster.

Current World number 6, Rob Cross posted on X, formerly Twitter, that he was "privileged to get a tour" of the Royal Navy's Type 23 Duke-Class frigate.

He added: "What a great bunch of lads. Keep up the great work".

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Two-time World Champion, and current World number 8, Peter Wright also shared his delight at being on board.

"What a great day onboard. Thanks for welcoming us on board", he said on X, along with the image of him next to the Type 23 frigate.

HMS Lancaster is a multi-role warship, adept at tackling drug-busting operations in the Caribbean as well as carrying out maritime security patrols East of Suez.

The Type 23 frigate is capable of deploying with a Wildcat maritime attack helicopter, which makes her ideal for challenging defence engagement and security operations.