Gary Anderson has pulled out of the PDC's Home Tour competition as the WiFi connection at his home is not strong enough.

Two-time world champion Anderson was due to compete in the event, which was set up by the PDC as a way to entertain sports-starved fans amid the coronavirus pandemic.

All players with a tour card were eligible to participate in the Home Tour, taking place over 32 nights, but Anderson has withdrawn due to concerns over his internet speed.

Speaking to The Sun, he said: "I was up for it but when we did tests of my WiFi, it's just not reliable enough.

"It doesn't surprise me. I struggle to pay bills online in my house, it's really frustrating.

"I did want to take part. It would have been something different to try and win."

The competition, which starts on Friday, sees four players compete in a round-robin format in best-of-nine-leg matches. The winner from each group goes into the next round.