The 2025 PDC World Darts Championship delivered an unforgettable moment on Wednesday evening when Christian Kist hit a stunning nine-darter, earning £60,000 for himself, Prostate Cancer UK, and one fortunate fan in the crowd. Thanks to Paddy Power’s Bigger180 campaign, the financial windfall added an extra layer of magic to an already historic night at Alexandra Palace.
The fortunate fan, Kris, a railway worker from Sutton, was handpicked from the crowd by Master of Ceremonies John McDonald and was visibly overwhelmed by the unexpected windfall.
“Didn’t expect it to happen to me!”
— Paddy Power (@paddypower) December 18, 2024
His Grandad bought his tickets for tonight as a birthday present, and now taking home £60k courtesy of Paddy Power’s The BIGGER 180 campaign.@officialpdc | @ProstateUK | @SkySports pic.twitter.com/nawtuFAoMB
“Absolutely Speechless”
In an emotional post-match interview, Kris struggled to describe his feelings.
“I’m absolutely speechless, to be honest,” Kris admitted, still visibly shaking. “I didn’t expect it to happen to me, and yeah, I’m just really speechless! I can’t believe it.”
Kris revealed he is a lifelong darts enthusiast, making his return to Ally Pally after a decade. “I came here probably 10 years ago with my brother and granddad, but I haven’t been back since. This was a birthday present, so it’s made it all the more special,” he shared. “My granddad actually got me the tickets, so to share this moment with him makes it even sweeter.”
A New Favorite Player
It’s safe to say Kris now has a soft spot for Christian Kist, who etched his name into the tournament’s history books with his perfect leg.
“Absolutely, yeah! I’m 100% the biggest Kist fan now,” Kris said with a beaming smile.
How to Spend £60,000?
When asked how he plans to use the money, Kris admitted it was a lot to process. “Me and my partner just moved into a flat this year, so maybe I’ll put some of it toward the mortgage. A nice holiday, perhaps? I don’t know!” he laughed. “It’s a lot of money, so there’s a lot to think about.”
An Iconic Night
Kist’s nine-darter not only electrified the Alexandra Palace crowd but also made a significant impact off the stage, with £60,000 going toward Prostate Cancer UK’s vital work. Moments like these showcase the power of sport to create life-changing memories.
With his incredible performance, Kist reminded everyone why darts is a game of precision, drama, and sheer magic. For Kris and his granddad, it’s a night that will forever be etched in their memories—and a Christmas story for the ages.
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