Sky Sports’ coverage of the World Darts Championship has once again become a talking point—though this time, it’s not the on-stage drama or a standout performance sparking discussion. Instead, fans took to social media to highlight a particular aspect of the broadcast they felt missed the mark.
Viewers tuning into the early rounds of the tournament noticed repeated issues with one specific production choice, prompting widespread comments online. Many felt that the broadcast focused too heavily on certain camera angles and replays, at times distracting from the flow of the match.
Some fans argued that the timing of replays caused them to miss live darts, especially in quick-fire legs where players like Luke Littler and Michael van Gerwen maintain a rapid pace. Others pointed out that extended crowd shots occasionally overshadowed key moments on the oche.
Despite the criticism, many acknowledged the generally high standard of Sky’s coverage, praising the analysis team and match commentary. Still, viewers made it clear that they would prefer more consistent on-oche footage during fast matches.
Sky Sports has not publicly commented on the feedback, but with the World Championship drawing one of the largest audiences in darts, fans are hopeful that adjustments will be made as the tournament progresses.
As the action continues at Alexandra Palace, the focus will inevitably return to the players—but darts fans watching at home are keen to see some fine-tuning behind the camera as well.
