Ambassador of the Cure ADOA Foundation
Ryan Searle
About Ryan Searle
Ryan "Heavy Metal" Searle is a professional darts player at the highest level. He is currently ranked 8th in the PDC Order of Merit. Ryan was recently diagnosed with ADOA, after his daughter was diagnosed with it. According to his optometrist, it's amazing that he can play darts at such a high level with his eyesight.
Ryan calls for attention for ADOA during the 2026 PDC World Darts Championship
The 2026 PDC World Darts Championship kicked off on December 11, 2025. Ryan Searle also qualified for this tournament, which is watched by a large audience worldwide. This year, he shared his story with viewers: his ADOA diagnosis and that of his children. His daughter's life, in particular, has been affected by it.
Ryan eventually reached the semi-finals of the tournament. A fantastic result and a great inspiration for everyone with a visual impairment.
Ryan for the Cure ADOA Foundation
During the 2026 World Darts Championship, Ryan Searle shares his personal story with Viaplay Netherlands presenter Arjan van der Giessen. He also mentions the Cure ADOA Foundation and the work we do. The interview resonates not only with Arjan van der Giessen but also with the people in the studio. They then appeal for support for the foundation.
Thanks to the attention during the tournament, over £20,000 in donations are raised from fans and we receive £15,000 from Harrows Darts and €15,000 from Paddy Power, the main sponsor of the World Cup. In the semi-final, even the sponsor's logo and advertisements were blurred, as a reference to Ryan's visual impairment.
Total amount raised by Ryan for ADOA research:
Target amount: 100.000 euros
Share of proceeds from Ryan Searle's Ultimate Darts Card goes to the Cure ADOA Foundation
Ryan Searle's new Ultimate Darts Card is now available in several premium editions for fans and collectors. This card's release was about more than just darts. A portion of the proceeds from the cards will go to the Cure ADOA Foundation. Fans can also choose to make an additional donation to the foundation on the Ultimate Darts website.
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