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This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.ukDiscover the incredible darts story of Charlie Manby, better known as Champagne Charlie. 🎯🍾In this special Darts For Kids episode, we travel to the West Yorkshire village of Flockton and meet a young player with enormous talent, a brilliant nickname and a walk-on song made for the biggest stages.Charlie first picked up a set of darts at Flockton Working Men’s Club. By day, he trained as a bricklayer. By night, he practised at the dartboard and built his game one treble, double and bullseye at a time.We follow his journey from junior tournaments and European youth success to a sensational 130.70 average on the PDC Development Tour.Then came Alexandra Palace.Walk-on music booming. Fancy-dress crowds roaring. Three brilliant victories on his World Championship debut.From building-site graft to Ally Pally glory, this is the remarkable rise of Champagne Charlie. 🎯🧱🏆Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices