After a lengthy absence from the darts circuit, two-time world champion Adrian “Jackpot” Lewis made his much-anticipated return to the oche this past weekend. But while his comeback was the headline, it was a young fan who provided one of the most memorable moments.
During the event, a boy cheekily mimicked Lewis’ famous celebration from his iconic nine-darter against Raymond van Barneveld. The impression caught Lewis completely off guard, leaving him in stitches and reminding fans why he has always been one of the sport’s most entertaining characters.
Incredible shithousery 🤣
— Josh (@joshpearson180) August 31, 2025
🎯 The #WHDarts Championship is just one week away!
Here’s a look back at Adrian Lewis’ incredible 9-darter in 2015 pic.twitter.com/pYcb4RLRJV
— William Hill (@WilliamHill) December 8, 2020
Lewis, who stepped away from professional darts two years ago to focus on his personal life—most notably to support his wife through illness—had slipped out of the PDC rankings after losing his Tour Card. Once a permanent fixture inside the world’s top 16 and renowned for his back-to-back World Championship victories, his absence was keenly felt by fans and fellow professionals alike.
Now competing in the MODUS Super Series, Lewis has signaled the beginning of his official comeback. The early signs are promising, not just in terms of performance, but also in the joy he’s rediscovering on stage.
Looking ahead, Lewis has hinted at a potential full-time return to the PDC in 2026, possibly through Q-School, depending on how his form develops this year. His re-emergence has already been warmly received, with many of today’s top players—such as Gary Anderson—welcoming the chance to see a familiar face back among the current generation of rising stars.
For now, though, it was the laughter shared with a young fan that stole the spotlight. And if this weekend was anything to go by, Adrian Lewis’ comeback promises to be every bit as entertaining as his glittering career once was.