In a surprising twist on Beat Luke Littler, Fallon Sherrock defeated the world darts No. 1, Luke Littler, during a live event broadcast on Netflix, marking a significant moment in darts history. The stakes were high, with a £501,000 prize for any of the 20 amateur challengers who could beat Littler in a single leg of darts.

Hosted by Gary Lineker and Richard Osman at the packed Manchester Central arena, the event saw Littler initially dominate a series of contestants, including young talents like Mackinley Cooper-Johnson and Jayden Walker. However, after two-and-a-half hours of competition, Sherrock emerged victorious as the 15th contender.

Her participation sparked controversy due to her accolades, including an MBE and previous successes at the PDC World Darts Championship. Critics argued she was not a true amateur, but Netflix maintained that anyone without a PDC tour card was eligible to compete. Sherrock defended her status, stating, "I’ve never had a tour card, and I wouldn’t class myself as a pro really."

Barry Hearn, PDC president, supported her inclusion, asserting, "She’s entitled to enter. Why should she be denied?" Sherrock’s win was celebrated by the audience, and she expressed her joy, saying, "I can’t put into words how much this means."

Despite the competition from The Celebrity Traitors, audience numbers for the event remained steady, suggesting a successful venture for Netflix. Michelle Chappell, managing director of Workerbee, noted the event’s appeal to working-class audiences and its blend of sports and entertainment. Ultimately, both shows benefited from the event, marking a win for the global production company Banijay.