Luke Littler and his fellow competitors are gearing up for a lucrative opportunity 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 tournament is a potential $200,000 prize awaiting any player who can achieve a nine-dart finish followed by a ‘golden bull.’
In a twist of fate, if a player manages a perfect nine-dart leg, they will secure a $100,000 reward, with the chance to double it by hitting the bullseye with one ‘golden’ dart. This unprecedented prize purse for a nine-dart finish has players like Littler excited for the competition ahead.
Littler, who recently clinched a record-breaking £1 million prize for winning the World Championship, is no stranger to success, having also secured a lucrative 10-year contract worth £20 million with his darts supplier. His prowess was evident when he threw nine flawless darts during the World Series event in Bahrain back in 2024, setting the stage for another thrilling performance.
The unique incentive in darts mirrors the concept adopted by the Riyadh Season Snooker Championship, where a ‘Riyadh Season golden ball’ offers a $1 million bonus for achieving a 167 break – a first in the sport. Placed strategically on the table, the golden ball remains in play as long as a maximum 147 break is possible, adding an extra layer of excitement to the game.
Former World Championship semi-finalist Mark Webster highlighted the stakes, emphasizing the allure of the $200,000 prize awaiting any player who can deliver a flawless ten-dart sequence. The pressure will be on as players strive for perfection in the quest for the coveted reward.
Joining Littler in Riyadh will be a lineup of talented darts players, including Luke Humphries, Michael van Gerwen, Gian van Veen, Gerwyn Price, Stephen Bunting, Nathan Aspinall, and Danny Noppert. These skilled competitors are currently vying for victory in the Bahrain Masters, with Littler standing out as a formidable two-time world champion following his recent triumph at Alexandra Palace.
Amidst the intense competition and high stakes, Littler and his peers are preparing to showcase their skills in pursuit of glory and the lucrative rewards that await the champions.
