Murphy vs Wu Yize: Masters Clash of Champion & Rising Star
Defending champion Shaun Murphy hails debutant Wu Yize as 'one of the highest potential players I've ever seen' ahead of their Masters first-round clash at Alexandra Palace.
Defending champion Shaun Murphy hails debutant Wu Yize as 'one of the highest potential players I've ever seen' ahead of their Masters first-round clash at Alexandra Palace.
Snooker coach Joe Perry urges Neil Robertson to stay hungry after his Saudi Masters win and rise to world number three. The pair discuss motivation ahead of a Masters clash with Ronnie O'Sullivan.
Stuart Heritage recalls a childhood visit to his father in 1980s Jeddah, battling mumps but finding wonder in a foreign land and the joy of a reunited family. Read his touching story.
Saudi Arabia formally accuses the UAE of assisting a key Yemeni separatist leader's escape to Oman, escalating tensions in the Gulf alliance. Read the full report on the diplomatic rift.
BBC's Banjo Beale and husband Ro are breathing new life into remote Scottish island Ulva by converting a rundown mansion into a boutique hotel, featured in a new BBC series. Discover the island's revival.
Luke Littler heads to Riyadh after his second world title win, joined by Japanese cult hero Motomu Sakai and legend Paul Lim for the first-ever professional darts event in Saudi Arabia. Get the full line-up and dates.
Ronnie O'Sullivan has been fine-tuning his game at an 'old school' snooker club in Ireland ahead of his Masters return. The Rocket faces Neil Robertson on January 14.
Saudi-led coalition launches air strikes in Yemen after UAE-backed separatist leader Aidarous al-Zubaidi fails to board flight for Riyadh negotiations. The STC leader is accused of treason.
Joe Perry urges snooker icons Ronnie O'Sullivan and John Higgins to follow Mark Williams' lead in accepting inconsistency to prolong their elite careers. Discover the insights ahead of the Masters.
World champion Luke Littler will headline the 2026 Premier League Darts, featuring eight players competing for a potential £510,000 top prize across 17 events. The season concludes at London's O2 Arena in May.
Luke Littler secures back-to-back PDC World Darts Championship victories, defeating Gian van Veen. The 18-year-old phenom eyes Phil Taylor's legacy as a new generation emerges. Read the full analysis.
Luke 'The Nuke' Littler discusses matching Phil Taylor's 16 World Darts Championship titles after his dominant 2026 victory. The teenage sensation reveals his realistic target and receives a warning from 'The Power'. Read the full story.
Arsenal have tabled a £52m offer for Real Madrid winger Rodrygo, facing competition from Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal. The Gunners' move follows a crucial 3-2 win over Bournemouth.
Teenage sensation Luke Littler defends his PDC World Darts Championship title, thrashing Gian van Veen 7-1 at Alexandra Palace. Read the full analysis of his historic win.
Teenage sensation Luke 'The Nuke' Littler wins his second consecutive PDC World Darts Championship, defeating Gian van Veen at Alexandra Palace. Read his incredible victory story.
Luke Littler clinches his second World Darts Championship, shares humorous theory on Ally Pally wasp attack, and discusses his £1 million prize. Read the full story.
Teenage sensation Luke Littler defends his PDC World Darts Championship crown, thrashing Gian van Veen 7-1 in a one-sided final to claim a historic £1 million prize. Read the full match report.
Luke Littler, 18, defends his title against world youth champion Gian van Veen, 23, in the youngest PDC World Championship final ever. Live from Alexandra Palace.
Luke Littler faces Gian van Veen in the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship final tonight at Ally Pally. Get the start time, TV channel, head-to-head record and prize money details.
Southern Transitional Council declares constitution for new state, escalating tensions within Saudi-led coalition. Read the latest on the Yemen conflict.
Luke Littler cruised past Ryan Searle 6-1 to reach his third consecutive PDC World Darts Championship final. The defending champion averaged 105.4 in a dominant display at Alexandra Palace.
Luke Littler faces Ryan Searle as Gary Anderson meets Gian van Veen in a blockbuster Alexandra Palace semi-final night. Get the lowdown on the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship's final four.
Saudi warplanes have killed at least seven Southern Transitional Council fighters in Yemen, marking the coalition's first fatal attack on its UAE-backed ally and escalating tensions between the Gulf powers. Read the full analysis.
Luke Littler responded to Tuesday's jeers with a masterful 5-0 win over Krzysztof Ratajski at Alexandra Palace. The world champion advances to face Ryan Searle, while Gian van Veen stunned Luke Humphries.
Nathan Aspinall calls for lengthy bans for disruptive fans who whistle during throws. Top referee Huw Ware explains the delicate art of crowd management at major tournaments.
Saudi Arabia executed 356 people in 2025, a new record largely linked to its 'war on drugs'. Explore the figures, the policy shift, and the international criticism it faces.
The 2026 PDC World Darts Championship quarter-finals are set for a New Year's Day thriller at Alexandra Palace. See the full schedule, session times, and player match-ups here.
Lisa Littler hits back on social media after fans jeer son Luke at Ally Pally. The darts sensation responds defiantly as he advances in his title defence.
Riyadh accuses Abu Dhabi of threatening its security as Southern Transitional Council forces seize territory, risking a new civil war. Analysis of the Gulf rift.
Defending champion Luke Littler reacts to hostile crowd at Ally Pally, saying boos fuelled him to a 4-2 win over Rob Cross. He expects more on New Year's Day.