Luke Littler, at just 19 years old, has been praised as the best darts player in history by Luke Humphries following his victory at the World Masters. Littler defeated Humphries 6-5 in a thrilling match in Milton Keynes to secure his 11th major PDC title and a £100,000 prize. His performance included a remarkable 104.72 average and 13 maximums. Notably, he triumphed over Josh Rock in the quarter-finals and narrowly defeated Gerwyn Price 5-4 in the semi-final to advance to the final round.
With this win, Littler has solidified his position as the joint third most successful player in darts, sharing the spot with James Wade and trailing only Michael van Gerwen (48 titles) and Phil Taylor (79 titles). He now only needs to claim the European Championship to complete his collection of PDC ranked titles.
Humphries acknowledged Littler’s exceptional skill, admitting that despite his own higher average at 105.51 and a 5-4 lead, Littler managed to rally and secure victory in the final two sets. Littler expressed his determination and focus, emphasizing the challenges faced during the competition but ultimately emerging victorious.
While Price missed a match dart in the semi-final, Littler showcased his prowess in the final match, executing impressive finishes to captivate the audience. Humphries, though disappointed with the loss, recognized the positives from the tournament and praised the competitive spirit displayed by both players.
The rivalry between Littler and Humphries continues to captivate fans, with Littler holding the upper hand after securing previous TV final wins over Humphries. In other news, Sky has enhanced its Ultimate TV and Sky Sports bundle to include popular streaming services such as HBO Max, Netflix, Disney+, discovery+, and Hayu, alongside comprehensive coverage of 135 channels, the Premier League, and EFL matches.
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