Fallon Sherrock wins £501,000 on Beat Luke Littler

Fallon Sherrock won the £501,000 prize on Netflix’s Beat Luke Littler by defeating the world champion in a single leg of 501, ending the contest before some entrants had played. Sherrock won the bull to throw first and finished the leg in 15 darts. Littler had beaten 14 contestants before their match.

Littler said he had expected to face pub players before seeing the 24-person lineup, but recognised just over half of those selected. Among the contestants he named were Sherrock, junior players Mitchell Lawrie and Zach Griffiths, and Katie Sheldon. He said players without a PDC Tour card were eligible to enter.

Sherrock advanced through auditions and a public vote to face Littler. Her win left several contestants without a chance to play, including Lawrie. Littler said he apologised to those waiting backstage after the event ended.

In an interview, Littler said he had hoped to beat every challenger and donate the prize money to charities, but congratulated Sherrock on her victory. He described her as a worthy winner and the event as a learning experience for him and Netflix.

Littler also said the schedule had contributed to a demanding night. He said the plan was to play five legs...