A host of top sports stars will battle it out in a fishing match this summer, aiming to generate serious cash for charity.
The Target Sports Stars Fishing Championship returns for its 14th year on July 28, when 32 big hitters from the sporting world will compete at Tunnel Barn Farm, in Warwickshire.
Although there are more names still to be announced, darts world champ Luke Littler and England goalkeeping legend David Seaman are among those due to fish, alongside Matchroom Sport founder Barry Hearn, British boxer Tony Bellew and England rugby player Ellis Genge.
Organiser Jess Harding said: “We’re privileged that titans from the sporting world want to get stuck in and, although it’s a charity event, the competitors are used to operating at an elite level, so everyone wants to win!”
This year the match, which is due to be broadcast on ITV, is expected to generate £40k.
This will be shared among charities including The Willow Foundation, St Francis Hospice, and the Ricky Hatton Foundation.
Bob Wilson, the former Arsenal goalkeeper who founded the Willow Foundation, said: “We thank all the competitors and sponsors for creating this special day. It allows us to provide hope, smiles, and an experience to remember for young adults living with life-threatening illnesses."
