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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Camilla Foster

UNCOVERED: 5 mental benefits of playing darts - Caught on Camera

Luke Littler has significantly boosted darts’ popularity (Nigel French/PA) -

Huge darts stars such as Luke Littler, the sensational young prodigy from Warrington, have helped propel darts firmly into the mainstream, leading to a notable influx of newcomers to the sport.

With the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship kicking off at Alexandra Palace in London this Thursday, even more excitement is bubbling around it and we want to know what brain-boosting effects regularly playing darts can offer.

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