Darts enthusiasts targeted Prime Minister Keir Starmer with expletive chants during the UK Open weekend, prompting an apology from ITV to viewers.
Starmer Faces Criticism Over Iran Stance
Starmer draws scrutiny following remarks from former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding his initial hesitation to permit U.S. strikes on Iran from UK bases, including the joint facility on Diego Garcia in the Chagos Islands. Trump labeled Starmer as ‘not Winston Churchill’ and expressed disappointment after Starmer approved limited defensive missions.
Such fan chants have echoed at multiple events, including the World Championship at Alexandra Palace during the Christmas period and now at Butlin’s Minehead for the UK Open.
Luke Littler’s Dominant Defense
Teenage sensation Luke Littler secured his UK Open title retention with an 11-7 win over James Wade in the final, mirroring last year’s matchup where he triumphed 11-2.
Littler, the world No. 1 and two-time world champion, advanced past Danny Noppert and Josh Rock en route to the final. After a sluggish start to the year that left him outside Premier League play-off positions, Littler signals a resurgence with victories in Cardiff on Thursday and this weekend triumph.
London Protests Target Starmer
On Sunday, Iranian protesters rallied through central London, voicing support for Trump while criticizing Starmer. One protester, speaking anonymously, called Starmer a ‘coward’ for not joining the conflict.
He stated: ‘Joining the war benefits everyone. Sir Keir Starmer is a coward. I want to ask him, “Why are you not helping the people of Iran achieve freedom?”‘
