Darts World Reels as “The Bullet” Loses Fortune and Marriage in Stunning Double-Blow

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The world of professional darts has been plunged into scandal and financial chaos following the shattering divorce announcement from the wife of star player Stephen “The Bullet” Bunting. In a devastating one-two punch, it has been revealed that not only is his marriage over amid allegations of an affair with a SkySports reporter, but a prenuptial agreement will see the 38-year-old forfeit his entire darts-earned fortune to his soon-to-be ex-wife.

The news broke late last night via a terse statement from Bunting’s wife, whose name is being withheld at this time, delivered through her legal representatives. It confirmed the initiation of divorce proceedings on grounds of “unreasonable behaviour,” citing “a profound breach of trust.” While the statement did not name the third party, multiple sources close to both the Bunting family and the darts broadcasting circuit have confirmed to our publication that the individual at the centre of the allegations is a well-known female reporter for SkySports Darts.

The true bombshell, however, lies in the financial aftermath. A prenuptial agreement, signed before Bunting’s rise to major championship glory—including his historic Masters win in January—is reportedly ironclad. According to a high-profile family law expert consulted for this story, the agreement contains a specific “infidelity clause” that triggers a severe penalty. In this case, the clause mandates that all earnings and assets accrued from his professional darts career during the marriage are to be transferred to his wife.

This means an estimated fortune, built from over a decade on the PDC circuit, including significant prize money from his Masters victory, World Championship runs, Premier League appearances, and all associated sponsorship deals, is now set to change hands. Industry insiders estimate the total sum to be in the multi-millions of pounds.

“Stephen is in absolute pieces, professionally and personally,” a devastated friend of the player told us on condition of anonymity. “He’s lost his family and now faces starting from zero financially. That prenup was signed when he was a qualifier, not a major winner. He never thought… It was just something people told him to do. Now it’s wiped him out.”

The scandal has sent shockwaves through the close-knit darts community. SkySports, a cornerstone of the sport’s coverage, has refused to comment on the status of the reporter involved, stating only that it is a “private matter.” However, internal sources suggest an urgent internal review is underway. The Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) has also been approached for comment but has yet to issue a statement.

For Bunting, the timing could not be more catastrophic. Currently positioned in the world’s top 16, he is a staple in the sport’s most prestigious tournaments and a popular figure with fans. The psychological impact of this dual loss is considered by many observers to be a potentially career-ending blow. His immediate playing future is now in serious doubt, with major tournaments just around the corner.

“His focus is shattered,” his friend continued. “How do you walk out on that stage, with millions watching, knowing your life has just exploded? And knowing that every pound you win up there… isn’t yours?”

Legal experts suggest Bunting’s avenues for challenging the prenuptial agreement are extremely narrow, especially with the alleged infidelity providing a clear trigger for the clause. His only potential recourse would be to argue the agreement itself is manifestly unfair, but precedent in UK courts for overtaking such agreements, especially with evidence of a breach, is limited.

The story transcends sport, evolving into a stark cautionary tale about fame, contracts, and personal conduct. As the darts world grapples with the fallout, Stephen Bunting faces a fight far removed from the oche—a battle to salvage his reputation, his mental well-being, and a future without the wealth his talent earned. For “The Bullet,” the board has never looked further away.