Lucky darts fan set to pocket £60k for each nine-darter at World Championship
Fans at Alexandra Palace will be dreaming of 180s when attending the World Darts Championship as they once again provide a raucous atmosphere.
Few things spark as lively a response as seeing someone check-out in nine darts and the anticipation over darts perfection may be even greater for this year’s edition of the tournament. While the cheers of supporters will bid to help the arrows into place, there could be some self-interest at Ally Pally.
An individual in the crowd who witnesses a nine-darter at next month’s tournament could find themselve’s £60,000 richer. Tournament sponsor will hand out a £180,000 bonus for every nine-dart finish, to be shared between Prostate Cancer UK, the player, and a lucky fan in the crowd.
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In addition Prostate Cancer UK will also receive £1,000 for each 180 scored by the 96 entrants into the world championships.
Reigning champion Luke Humphries scored more maximums than anyone else on his way to the world title. That saw Cool Hand Luke earn the Ballon d’Art after registering 73 180s on his way to eventually beating Luke Littler in the 2023/24 final.
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The Big 180 campaign raised £1 million to support Prostate Cancer UK’s lifesaving risk awareness work last year when 914 180s were hit, with Paddy Power topping up the final donation. This year funds will supporter the charity’s TRANSFORM trial.
They hope to see the most ambitious screen trial for prostate cancer ever in a bid to diagnose the disease early. Fans will be encourage to take just 30 seconds to check their risk using an online tool
Laura Kerby, Chief Executive of Prostate Cancer UK, hopes that the campaign will help the charity reach it’s goal. She said: “Last year’s campaign was a staggering success – raising an incredible £1 million, getting record numbers checking their risk and making a huge impact for men and their loved ones.
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“With The BIGGER 180, we’re aiming to reach even more men right across the UK. And the funds we raise along the way will help us move one step closer to a future where all men are invited for regular, accurate tests – which could save thousands of lives.”
Sky Sports have joined as an official partner for the campaign and will look to utilise the platforms of darts biggest stars to spread awareness and drive action.
A spokesperson said: “It’s a privilege to be part of The BIGGER 180 campaign, especially after seeing the outstanding work and money raised last year. We look forward to using Sky’s platforms to widen the reach and provide meaningful change in order to help save lives.”
