Luke Littler explains his ambition to become the first winner of the $200k Golden Bull darts prize in Saudi Arabia

Luke Littler explains his ambition to become the first winner of the $200k Golden Bull darts prize in Saudi Arabia

 

 

Luke Littler has explained his ambition to become the first player to claim the $200,000 Golden Bull darts prize in Saudi Arabia, admitting that both the scale of the challenge and the historic nature of the opportunity have motivated him.

The teenage sensation, who has already transformed the sport with his rapid rise and fearless approach on the big stage, says the prospect of making history in a new darts market is something he finds particularly exciting. Speaking about the Golden Bull event, Littler made it clear that the financial reward is only part of the attraction.

“Of course the prize money is massive, and anyone would be lying if they said that doesn’t catch your eye,” Littler explained. “But for me, it’s more about being the first. Darts is growing all the time, and to be able to say you were the first winner of a major prize like that in Saudi Arabia would mean a lot.”

Saudi Arabia’s increasing involvement in global sport has already reshaped boxing, golf and football, and darts now appears to be the next frontier. For Littler, that sense of entering new territory adds extra pressure—but also extra motivation.

“You know everyone’s watching,” he said. “It’s a new audience, a new environment, and that’s when you really find out how good you are. I like that challenge. I don’t want to just turn up and make numbers—I want to win.”

Littler’s confidence has been a defining feature of his breakthrough, but he insists it comes from preparation rather than hype. Despite his age, he says he approaches high-profile events no differently than any other tournament.

“At the end of the day, it’s still darts,” he said. “Same board, same distance. If I play my game, I know I can beat anyone. That mindset doesn’t change whether you’re playing in the UK or halfway across the world.”

The Golden Bull prize has inevitably sparked discussion within the darts community, with some players viewing it as a sign of how rapidly the sport is evolving. Littler believes moments like this could help take darts to another level globally.

“This kind of event brings new fans in,” he said. “People who might never have watched darts before will tune in because of the setting and the prize money. If I can be part of that and help push the sport forward, that’s a good thing.”

Still, Littler is careful not to let expectations run away with him. While many see him as a natural favourite, he is keen to stress that nothing is guaranteed.

“There are so many top players out there,” he said. “One bad leg, one bad set, and you’re out. I’ll go there focused, respectful of everyone I’m playing, but fully believing I can be the one lifting the trophy.”

If he does succeed, Littler would not only secure a life-changing payday but also cement his place in darts history—something he admits is never far from his mind.

“That’s the goal,” he said. “To win, to make history, and to prove I belong at the very top of this sport.”