Luke Littler and his fellow competitors are gearing up for an exciting opportunity in Riyadh next week where they stand to win a substantial $200,000 (£149,000) prize if they can achieve a nine-dart finish followed by a ‘golden bull’.
The World Series of Darts is making its debut in Saudi Arabia, featuring a showdown between eight PDC Tour representatives and eight Asian Tour representatives. This two-day tournament, commencing on Monday, offers a lucrative incentive for the players.
In this unique competition, a player who hits a nine-dart finish will receive a generous $100,000 (£74,700) prize. They then have the opportunity to double their winnings by aiming for the bullseye with a ‘golden’ dart. This unprecedented prize pot for a nine-dart finish has caught the attention of Littler and his fellow contestants.
Littler, who recently secured a record £1 million prize for winning the World Championship, is no stranger to success. He also signed a lucrative contract worth £20 million over 10 years with his darts supplier. Having previously thrown nine perfect darts in the World Series event in Bahrain in 2024, Littler is eager to showcase his skills once again.
The innovative incentive in darts mirrors the format adopted by the Riyadh Season Snooker Championship, where players can aim for a special ‘Riyadh Season golden ball’ to win a bonus of $1 million (£760,000) by achieving a 167 break.
Former World Championship semi-finalist Mark Webster highlighted the impressive rewards on offer, emphasizing the potential to earn $200,000 with a flawless ten-dart finish. The competitive field in Riyadh includes renowned players such as Luke Humphries, Michael van Gerwen, and Gerwyn Price.
As Littler and his counterparts compete in the Bahrain Masters, the excitement builds for the upcoming challenge in Riyadh. Littler’s exceptional performance, including a remarkable 170 ‘Big Fish’ check-out against Paul Lim, has set the stage for an intense competition among the top darts players.
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