Sir Chris Hoy is set to return to the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship final at Alexandra Palace, 12 months after handing the trophy to reigning champion Luke Littler. The cycling legend, who has been battling terminal cancer and recovering from a broken leg, will attend as an ambassador for Prostate Cancer UK.
Reflecting on Littler's 2025 victory, Hoy praised the then-17-year-old's composure under pressure. 'It's incredible how calm he was for a guy of his age and truly remarkable,' Hoy told Sky Sports. 'His coolness under pressure relative to his age was the unique thing that stood out.'
Hoy revealed his terminal prostate cancer diagnosis in October 2024, with doctors estimating two to four years to live. Despite this, he committed to raising awareness and funds for Prostate Cancer UK. He is also recovering from a broken leg sustained in a mountain bike accident, but told The Sports Agents podcast: 'I'm doing all right. It changes your perspective on everything.'
Tournament sponsor Paddy Power is donating £1,000 per 180 scored and £180,000 per nine-dart finish through the Even Bigger 180 campaign, which has raised over £1 million. Hoy expressed delight at supporting the campaign and looked forward to being at Ally Pally for the final.
