Luke Littler, at just 19 years old, secured the World Masters title, prompting high praise from Luke Humphries who dubbed him as possibly the greatest darts player in history. Littler’s victory over Humphries in a tense 6-5 match in Milton Keynes marked his 11th significant PDC title, accompanied by a £100,000 cash prize.
During the tournament, Littler showcased exceptional form with a 104.72 average and an impressive 13 maximums. His path to victory included a dominant win against Josh Rock in the quarter-finals and a narrow 5-4 triumph over Gerwyn Price in the semi-finals before reaching the final.
Having already amassed a remarkable record, Littler stands as the joint third most successful player in the history of darts, sharing this position with James Wade and trailing only behind Michael van Gerwen (48 titles) and Phil Taylor (79 titles).
Despite narrowly missing out on the European Championship to complete his collection of PDC ranked titles, Littler’s achievement at the World Masters adds another milestone to his career. Humphries, who displayed a higher average of 105.51 during the match, acknowledged Littler’s resilience under pressure and labeled him as a top-tier player in the sport.
Reflecting on his performance, Littler expressed his focus and determination in securing the win, highlighting the challenges he overcame during the intense competition. The young player’s ability to deliver crucial shots, including a 153 checkout and two 121 finishes, entertained the audience at Arena MK.
Humphries, despite falling short in the final, acknowledged the positives from the tournament and expressed confidence in his game moving forward. With both Littler and Humphries making waves in the darts world, Littler’s recent victories over Humphries in televised finals further solidify his position as a rising star in the sport.
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