The World’s Dart Championship 23/24 will go down as one of the greatest tournaments of the century.
The highly anticipated final drew a staggering 4.8 million viewers, with a peak of 3.7 million, making it the most-watched darts event ever and securing its position as the highest non-football audience on Sky Sports in recorded history!
The atmosphere at the Palace has consistently made this event a sell-out favourite. However, the 23/24 Championship reached new heights of excitement with the meteoric rise of 16-year-old Luke Littler. His phenomenal progress through the rounds not only dominated headlines but shattered viewing records and captured the hearts of the nation.
Here we bring some of the best pictures, moments and posts from the 23/24 World Darts Championship.
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“This was a momentous moment in British sporting history… at this unique sporting event, and Littler had better get used to all this commotion. Ally Pally will be his home for years to come.”– The Daily Mail
Luke Littler, the youngest player to compete in a World Darts Championship, aged just 16.
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“The choice of attire reflects the carnival atmosphere which draws thousands of people to one of London’s most treasured entertainment venues every year. The imposing Victorian building situated on a North London hill has seen the likes of the Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd and Jay-Z play at the venue, though over the last 16 years, it’s become synonymous with darts. If soccer has Wembley Stadium and tennis has Wimbledon, darts has ‘Ally Pally.” – CNN
“I am in the biggest pub in London, squinting through a colourful, throbbing sea of fancy dress and a blurry haze of pints to soak in a scene that has become such an integral part of the festive season. It’s a piece of magic that will have them back for another year.” – The Independent
The enthusiastic fans added to spectacle with their fancy dress costumes.
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Major newspapers covered the tournament through photo essays.
“The festive event is a favourite among darting fanatics, with thousands of spectators descending on the famous venue to drink, chant songs and take in all the drama as the sport’s best players lock horns.” – The Daily Mail
“Sixteen-year-old Littler was the youngest player to ever compete in a world championship final and his progress through the rounds of the event has made headlines over the past three weeks. Here, we bring you some of the best pictures from the final at Alexandra Palace.” – The BBC
“For darts fans, the festive season isn’t just about mince pies and crackers, it’s also the chance to don fancy dress, head to Alexandra Palace to sit at long tables adorned with four-pint pitchers, and enjoy some arrows action.” – The Guardian
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Peter Crouch sent fans wild as he downed a pint.
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Event sponsor Paddy Power raised £1 million for Prostate Cancer UK.
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The highly anticipated final, dubbed the Battle of the Lukes, captivated millions globally. In a nail-biting showdown, Luke Humphries emerged triumphant victor, overcoming the impressive 16-year-old sensation Luke Littler, who etched his name in history as the youngest finalist ever!
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Thanks to the players, staff, Professional Darts Corporation, SKY TV, and all others whose efforts were integral to the championship’s tremendous success.
Ally Pally stands proudly as the home to the PDC World championships, boasting an electrifying party atmosphere like no other, its where sporting dreams come true.
Pictures by Lloyd Winters and PDC