A light-hearted but eyebrow-raising moment unfolded at the World Darts Championship when a player appeared to play along with a cheeky, X-rated chant from the crowd aimed at UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
The chant broke out during a match at Alexandra Palace, where the famously lively atmosphere often produces football-style songs and humorous crowd moments. Broadcasters were quick to lower the crowd audio, but fans inside the venue continued in good spirits.
Footage circulating online shows the darts star briefly gesturing towards the crowd as the chant rang out, something many viewers took as a playful interaction rather than a serious political statement. The moment quickly became a talking point on social media, with fans sharing clips and reactions.
Supporters were largely relaxed about the incident, pointing out that engaging with the crowd has long been part of darts culture and that chants — sometimes a little crude — are nothing new at the World Championship. Others felt it was simply another example of the unique Ally Pally atmosphere that makes the tournament stand out.
No action has been taken by organisers, and the focus swiftly returned to the darts on stage. As ever, the episode highlighted the balance between darts’ fun-loving crowd culture and its growing mainstream television audience — a dynamic that continues to define the modern game.
