Luke Littler, at just 19 years old, has been praised by Luke Humphries as the most exceptional darts player in history following his victory at the World Masters. Littler defeated Humphries 6-5 to secure his 11th major PDC title and the £100,000 prize with an impressive performance in Milton Keynes, where he averaged 104.72 and hit 13 maximums on his way to victory.
Having triumphed over Josh Rock in the quarter-finals and narrowly defeated Gerwyn Price 5-4 in the semi-final, Littler showcased his talent and determination. He now stands as one of the top players in darts history, tied with James Wade for the third-most titles, only trailing behind Michael van Gerwen (48) and Phil Taylor (79).
With just the European Championship title left to claim for a clean sweep of all PDC ranked titles, Littler’s remarkable skills and composure under pressure have earned him high praise from his peers. Despite Humphries outperforming Littler with an average of 105.51 and leading 5-4 in their match, Littler managed to rally back, winning the final two sets decisively.
Reflecting on his victory, Littler expressed his focus and determination, acknowledging the challenges faced during the tournament but ultimately emerging victorious. Humphries, while disappointed at not winning, acknowledged the positives from the competition and recognized the strength of his game. The two players, Littler and Humphries, continue to dominate the darts scene, with Littler holding an edge based on their recent encounters in major TV finals.
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