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Professional Darts Corporation chief executive Matt Porter says it would take 'something very special' to move the World Championship away from Alexandra Palace, despite the Luke Littler effect on the sport.
The 17-year-old has thrust darts into the mainstream consciousness following his breakthrough run to the final at Ally Pally over Christmas.
The PDC has reported a huge increase in viewing figures and engagement since Littler's arrival on the scene and he is set to be the main attraction at the worlds later this year.
But not everyone will get a ticket for the north London venue, which has hosted the tournament since 2008 and is considered the home of the sport, as they sell out in July before even hitting general sale.
Despite the likely demand, the PDC is not considering moving to a bigger venue and are in talks to extend its stay at the 3,200-capacity Ally Pally beyond the 2024/25 edition.
Professional Darts Corporation chief executive Matt Porter says it would take 'something very special' to move the World Championship away from Alexandra Palace in the future
Ally Pally has hosted the event since 2008, but it has a limited capacity of just 3,200 people
It also comes at a time when sensation Luke Littler has helped to transform darts' popularity
'Ally Pally is an iconic venue, it is a beloved
