Grand Slam trophy is named after Eric Bristow

The legendary darts star passed away on April 5, aged 60, having enjoyed a remarkable career in the sport.

A five-time world champion from 1980-1986, Bristow was also a five-time World Masters winner and one of the game’s most recognisable stars.

He later helped to form the PDC, and went on to become a TV pundit and spotter on Sky Sports’ coverage of PDC events and starred in ITV’s “I’m A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!” show in 2012.

A member of the PDC Hall of Fame, Bristow will now be remembered at the cross-code Grand Slam of Darts, with this year’s players competing in Wolverhampton to win The Eric Bristow Trophy.

“Eric’s achievements marked him out as the greatest player of his generation and he’ll be remembered forever as the original superstar of darts,” said PDC Chairman Barry Hearn.

“He was a character who transcended the sport and was known worldwide, and so many sports fans worldwide have fond memories of Eric. As such, we felt that it was fitting to introduce The Eric Bristow Trophy, which will be presented to the winner of the Grand Slam of Darts from 2018 onwards.

“Whilst Eric played an integral role in the creation of the PDC, the most successful period of his career came in the BDO and, as the only cross-code tournament in darts, we feel this is the most appropriate way to honour his contribution to the sport.”

Bristow becomes the third legend of the sport to see their achievements recognised with the naming of a trophy, following Sid Waddell (William Hill World Darts Championship) and Phil Taylor (BetVictor World Matchplay).

Tickets for the Bwin Grand Slam of Darts go on General Sale from 10am on Friday May 4.

Tickets will be available via www.wolvescivic.co.uk, by calling 0870 320 7000 or in person from the box office located at Wolverhampton Art Gallery. For more information, visit www.pdc.tv.tickets.