We look ahead to the second big major of the season – the UK Open – in our latest Sporting Life Darts podcast with Ben Coley, darts expert Chris Hammer and major winner, commentator and pundit Paul Nicholson. We look at what makes the ‘FA Cup of Darts’ so special, why it's such a lottery and who might lift the trophy this year. Paul also reflects on his own memorable moments including the time he waved Phil Taylor off stage following a famous victory!

Running Order

1 min: What makes the UK Open special?
3 mins: Why is it so wide open and can anyone win it?
6 mins: Multi board experiences for a player
12 mins: Lisa Ashton and Fallon Sherrock
14 mins: Rivalries with Phil Taylor and Gary Anderson, crowd abuse and gamesmanship
17 mins: Dealing with crowd abuse
20 mins: Gamesmanship
24 mins: Beast from the East
27 mins: Outsiders to watch and qualities needed to win
36 mins: This week's Premier League picks