Nathan Aspinall has declared Luke Humphries as the top-ranked darts player globally, stating that he is unbeatable when performing at his peak. Aspinall, the reigning world champion, asserted that Humphries’ statistics have been exceptional and that he is untouchable when he brings his A-game. Despite Aspinall’s victory over Humphries in Rotterdam, he acknowledges that Humphries remains the best player currently.
Humphries’ recent success has drawn media attention, which Aspinall believes has affected his Premier League opponents. Aspinall admits that Humphries’ accomplishments have irked him and other players, who aim to curtail his progress. However, Aspinall acknowledges Humphries’ exceptional talent and his value to the Premier League.
Aspinall, who estimates he needs four more points to secure a top-four finish and advance to the play-offs at London’s O2 Arena, skipped the European Darts Grand Prix to prioritize the Premier League. He emphasized his focus on the Premier League, considering it the most prestigious tournament aside from the World Championship. Aspinall expressed his indifference towards ProTours, stating that he is a big-stage player. He also acknowledged that his ProTour ranking has suffered, but he remains unconcerned.
Regarding the play-off positions, Aspinall believes that Michael van Gerwen is under pressure despite being fourth in the standings. Aspinall and Michael Smith’s recent performance in Rotterdam has led them to believe that van Gerwen is vulnerable. With only five weeks remaining in the regular season, the battle for play-off spots promises to be intense.
