Luke Littler and his fellow players are gearing up for a shot at winning a hefty sum of $200,000 (£149,000) by achieving a rare feat in Riyadh next week. 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. The highlight of the two-day tournament, starting on Monday, is the lucrative opportunity awaiting any player who can hit a nine-dart finish followed by a ‘golden bull.’
In this high-stakes event, a player who manages a perfect nine-dart leg will secure a $100,000 (£74,700) prize. What makes this challenge even more exciting is the rare chance to double the winnings by hitting a ‘golden’ dart at the bullseye. This prize represents a historic milestone in darts for achieving a nine-dart finish, with Luke Littler, a recent record-breaking World Championship winner, eager to add this accomplishment to his resume.
This unique incentive in darts mirrors the setup of the Riyadh Season Snooker Championship, which includes the introduction of the “Riyadh Season golden ball” offering a $1 million (£760,000) bonus for achieving a groundbreaking 167 break. The golden ball is strategically placed on the table at the beginning of each frame, aligning with specific spots, and remains in play until a maximum break of 147 becomes unattainable.
Mark Webster, a former World Championship semi-finalist, highlighted the allure of the prize pool on ITV 4, emphasizing the potential $200,000 reward for a flawless ten-dart leg. In addition to Littler, other notable players like Luke Humphries, Michael van Gerwen, and Gerwyn Price are set to join the competition in Riyadh, following their participation in the ongoing Bahrain Masters.
As the darts action unfolds, Littler and his counterparts are making waves in the Bahrain Masters, with impressive performances leading them through the rounds. The anticipation is high as these top players prepare to showcase their skills in pursuit of victory and substantial rewards in the upcoming tournament.
