Luke Littler, the teenage darts sensation, is quickly becoming a household name. At just 17 years old, he has already made history by reaching the final of the 2024 World Darts Championship, captivating audiences around the globe. Littler’s journey began at an early age, picking up his first set of darts at the tender age of 18 months. His exceptional talent was noticed early on, and by the age of nine, he was training under the watchful eye of Karl Holden at the St Helens Darts Academy.
Littler’s natural ability and unwavering determination set him apart. He quickly rose through the ranks, showcasing his exceptional skills in various youth tournaments. In 2019, he claimed victory at the England Youth Grand Prix, followed by the England Open youth title and his first seniors title at the Irish Open in 2021. His impressive nine-darter at the JDC MVG Masters tournament the same year further solidified his status as a rising star.
Littler’s breakout moment came on the grand stage of the 2024 World Darts Championship. Ranked 164th in the world at the time, he defied all odds, storming through the tournament with remarkable consistency. His impressive 106.12 average saw him thrash Christian Kist in the first round, and he continued to impress, eliminating Brendan Dolan and Rob Cross before falling to Luke Humphries in a thrilling 7-4 final.
Despite the narrow defeat, Littler’s performance at the World Championship catapulted him into the spotlight. He quickly seized the opportunity, winning his first PDC senior title at the Bahrain Darts Masters, where he also hit a nine-darter against Nathan Aspinall. Littler’s winning streak continued, with victories at both the Belgian Darts Open and Austrian Darts Open on the European Tour, where his vanquished opponent hailed him as a “generational talent.”
Off the oche, Littler is a dedicated sports fan, supporting both rugby league side Warrington Wolves and Manchester United. His passion for football has led to memorable interactions with legendary figures like Sir Alex Ferguson and former United players.
As Littler embarks on the next chapter of his career, his sights are set on reaching the pinnacle of the sport. With his exceptional talent, unwavering determination, and the support of fans worldwide, there is no doubt that Luke Littler is destined for greatness in the world of darts.
