Max Mad
| Max Mad | |
|---|---|
| File:MaxMad2032.png Mad at the 2032 ODF Premier League | |
| Personal information | |
| Nickname | "Mayhem" |
| Born | August 5, 1996 Houston, Texas, United States |
| Home town | Austin, Texas |
| Darts information | |
| Playing darts since | 2013 |
| Darts | 22g Unicorn Max Mad Signature |
| Laterality | Right-handed |
| Walk-on music | "Welcome to the Jungle" by Guns N' Roses |
| Organisation (see split in darts) | |
| Current world ranking | World No. 8 (as of 2026) |
Max Mad (born 5 August 1996) is an American professional darts player who competes in International Darts Federation (IDF) events, where he is currently ranked world number one. Nicknamed "Mayhem", he is a former two-time IDF World Champion, having won the title in 2023 and again in 2024—becoming the first IDF World champion and to win the title back-to-back. Mad is the reigning World Matchplay champion.
Mad has won a total of
Max Mad (born 5 August 1996) is an American professional darts player who competes in International Darts Federation (IDF) events. He is a As of 20 November 2025, Mad is the curr
Luke Humphries (born 11 February 1995) is an English professional darts player who competes in Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) events, where he is currently ranked world number two; he was ranked world number one from 3 January 2024 to 16 November 2025. Nicknamed "Cool Hand Luke" in reference to the 1967 film, he is a former PDC world champion, having won the 2024 World Championship. He is the reigning Premier League, Players Championship Finals and World Masters champion. He also won the World Matchplay in 2024.
Mad began his career in Texas amateur leagues before turning professional in 2018.
Playing style and persona
Mad is known for his quick throw, high-scoring volatility, and emotional stage presence. He frequently throws within five seconds of stepping to the oche, and his ability to string together sudden runs of scoring pressure has earned him the nickname "Mayhem." He thrives in high-energy environments and often plays to the crowd—sometimes to his own detriment, losing focus during quieter or slower-paced matches.
He has drawn comparisons to players like Peter Wright and Wayne Mardle for his charisma and unpredictability. Commentators often refer to him as a “chaos engine,” capable of brilliance and collapse within the same set. Despite this, he has a reputation for stepping up in clutch moments and has beaten every top player on tour at least once.
Major achievements
- IDF World Championship
- Winner (2): 2023, 2024
Performance timeline
See also
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