Sky Sports pundit Mark Webster criticized Fallon Sherrock's selection for Netflix's 'Beat Luke Littler', stating she "should not have been selected to play." Sherrock won a £501,000 prize in a one-off leg, becoming the second biggest prize in darts history. The 32-year-old from Milton Keynes made history in 2019 as the first woman to win at the World Championship and reached the Grand Slam quarter-finals. In 2023, she became the first female to produce a televised nine-dart finish.
Webster argued the format was unfair, noting Sherrock is a professional player without a PDC Tour Card, unlike amateur competitors. He suggested Mitchell Lawrie, 15, was denied a chance despite pre-event hype. PDC chief Barry Hearn defended the line-up during the audition process.
The backlash surrounding Sherrock's participation focused on her stature in the game, though she met the selection criteria. She expressed she would "crack on" with the money, which will help her going forward. Jayden Walker, labeled the next Littler, also competed but lost his leg.
Source: Sky Sports Champions League · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing