3 months, 2 weeks ago

Luke Humphries says he feared he was going to have a heart attack on the oche as the reigning darts world champion opens up about impressive weight loss

Luke Humphries has revealed how he feared he was going to have a heart attack before losing four stone. Humphries - who beat Luke Littler in January to win the PDC World Darts Championship - began his impressive weight loss journey in 2020 during one of the COVID lockdowns. He has since lost four stone and become a world champion Last weekend saw Humphries win the Players Championship Finals for a second straight year 'I couldn't wait to get off the stage. Humphries beat Littler last weekend to win the Players Championship Finals for the second year running.

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Luke Littler rages at darts fan who ruins moment with his mum before world champion is beaten in Premier League Exeter final by Luke Humphries

Daily Mail

Luke Littler was left furious by a crowd disturbance involving his mum during his walk-on in Thursday night's Premier League contest in Exeter. Luke Littler gets involved in a crowd altercation during the walk-on for his quarter-final match The 18-year-old congratulates Luke Humphries after losing out in Thursday night's final It was a mixed night for Littler who played some …

1 month ago

Luke Littler beats world No 1 Luke Humphries to seal Premier League Darts triumph in Glasgow after incredible comeback from 5-1 down to beat Rob Cross in quarter-final

Daily Mail

Defending champion Luke Littler sealed his first nightly win of the Premier League season by beating world No 1 Luke Humphries in Glasgow on Thursday. Luke Littler beat Luke Humphries in a final-leg decider to win in Glasgow on Thursday night Littler admitted it was a 'weird final' but produced his best darts when it mattered most Littler beat Rob …

2 months, 1 week ago

Premier League Darts 2025 line-up revealed including Luke Littler, Luke Humphries and more

The Independent

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2 months, 1 week ago

Premier League Darts 2025 line-up revealed including Luke Littler, Luke Humphries and more

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The Luke Littler era has officially begun – and it goes well beyond darts

The Independent

The Luke Littler era has officially begun – and it goes well beyond darts

The Independent

World Darts Championship final LIVE: Luke Littler demolishes Michael van Gerwen to win first world title

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

World Darts Championship final LIVE: Luke Littler demolishes Michael van Gerwen to win first world title

The Independent

✕ Close Luke Littler explains Didier Drogba inspiration behind World Darts Championship celebration Luke Littler became the youngest ever world champion of darts with a brilliant display in the final at Alexandra Palace, blowing away three-time winner Michael van Gerwen to win 7-3. Littler, 17, was beaten by world No 1 Luke Humphries in last year’s final, but he returned …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Luke Littler, 17, becomes youngest darts world champion with final win over Michael van Gerwen

New York Times

Luke Littler, 17, defeated Michael van Gerwen 7–3 at Alexandra Palace, London, to win his first PDC World Darts Championship title. GO DEEPER How darts, a traditional 'pub game', became must-watch sport for Britons Van Gerwen remained in the contest after winning the ninth set, but Littler was not to be denied. “Usually I don’t go for double 16 but …

When does Luke Littler play next at the World Darts Championship?

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

When does Luke Littler play next at the World Darts Championship?

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When does Luke Littler play next at the World Darts Championship?

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Luke Littler holds nerve to edge out Ryan Joyce and book quarter-final spot

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Luke Littler holds nerve to edge out Ryan Joyce and book quarter-final spot

The Independent

2 months, 2 weeks ago

How the Luke Littler effect made darts the sport of 2024

The Independent

In one of the all-time great pieces of nominative determinism, the man at the epicentre of the poker boom was called Chris Moneymaker. The PDC World Darts Championship final last January, which Littler lost to world No 1 Luke Humphries, drew 4.8 million viewers, Sky Sports’ highest ever non-football audience. The kid is doing nothing wrong.” It might get to …

Defending champion Luke Humphries stunned by emotional Peter Wright in major upset

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Defending champion Luke Humphries stunned by emotional Peter Wright in major upset

The Independent

When does Luke Littler play at the World Darts Championship?

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

When does Luke Littler play at the World Darts Championship?

The Independent

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Luke Humphries bid for back-to-back World Championship titles on track after win

The Independent

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Luke Humphries hits back at Peter Wright: ‘One world title would match everything he’s ever achieved’

The Independent

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Littler is a big deal

China Daily

Luke Littler in action against Luke Humphries during the 2024 Premier League playoffs final match on May 23. That Littler is a 17-year-old darts player who still lives at home with his parents in northwest England making his rise to fame and increasing fortune all the more remarkable. It was around this time 12 months ago, with Christmas approaching, when …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Littler is a big deal

China Daily

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Littler is a big deal

China Daily

Littler of England arrives for the quarterfinal match against Brendan Dolan of Northern Ireland at the 2024 World Darts Championship in London in January. "Luke Littler was forged into a winner, not just a great dart-thrower," John Part, a three-time world champion from Canada who is calling matches at the world championship for Sky Sports, told reporters. Littler said he'll …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Littler is a big deal

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Littler is a big deal

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Littler is a big deal

China Daily

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Luke Littler reveals why is he growing 'frustrated' at the World Darts Championship as the 17-year-old prepares for third round game in bid to win the title

Daily Mail

Luke Littler has revealed why he has grown 'frustrated' at the World Darts Championship this winter. He beat Ryan Meikle 3-1 in his second round game on Saturday night, and will be back in action this Saturday when he takes on Ian White, who beat Ritchie Edhouse in round two. Luke Littler has revealed why he is growing 'frustrated' at …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Emotional Luke Littler breaks down in tears after record-breaking win at World Darts Championship

The Independent

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Luke Littler finally gets his wish after calling out David Beckham with cheeky comment at BBC SPOTY

Daily Mail

Luke Littler has been given a boost ahead of his first match of the World Darts Championship on Saturday night. It will mark the end of a busy week for Littler, who finished second in the BBC Sports Personality of the Year on Tuesday evening after being named the Young Sports Personality of the year. Beckham had texted Littler a …

3 months ago

Luke Littler vs Luke Humphries is the rivalry with a difference driving darts’ boom

The Independent

3 months ago

Luke Humphries reveals why he is keen to avoid 'fakeness' with rival Luke Littler - as the defending world champion opens up on his chances of retaining his crown and how success has changed his life

Daily Mail

The Brit has enjoyed an extremely successful last two years on the circuit He is looking to defend his title 12 months on, with Littler the bookies' favourite One year ago, to the day, Luke Humphries was preparing to head to London for what would become his destiny. 'I kind of think it's been a whirlwind, to be honest,' Humphries …

3 months ago

Luke Littler was an unknown a year ago. Now he’s making millions and taking darts into mainstream

Associated Press

Luke Littler was virtually unknown a year ago. “I can’t lie, I was nervous on my world championship debut,” said Littler, who threw his first dart — onto a magnetic board — at 18 months old. “He has opened doors to all the places darts has never been before,” said Garry Plummer, chairman of Target Darts, which has Experts say …

3 months, 1 week ago

Inside Luke Humphries' INCREDIBLE body transformation - after World Darts Championship winner shed over four stone in recent years

Daily Mail

Luke Humphries is one of the best darts players in the world and he credits his commitment to trimming his weight for transforming his prospects on the oche. ‹ Slide me › Luke Humphries has undergone a body transformation in recent years, losing over four stone He insists his rise to the top of the sport is thanks to him …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Game of Throws gives darts fans the chance to go behind the curtain with Luke Littler and Luke Humphries stealing the show in new Sky docuseries that will excite viewers ahead of Ally Pally return

Daily Mail

Viewers are introduced to the stars' home and personal lives throughout the series Littler took on Luke Humphries in the final on debut, with both stars featuring often The Sky series follows the journeys of a number of players during the tournament Amazon have tasted success with a number of high-profile sports docuseries, from Manchester City, to Arsenal, to some …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Luke Humphries and Luke Littler ease into last eight

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4 months ago

Luke Littler puts on masterclass to win Grand Slam of Darts: ‘Just different gravy’

The Independent

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Luke Humphries defeats Luke Littler on way to claiming Czech Darts Open title

The Independent

5 months, 1 week ago

James Wade hails Luke Humphries as one of darts’ three greatest world champions

The Independent

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Luke Littler accused of 'giving up' during 6-3 loss to world champion Luke Humphries in Swiss Darts Trophy while others blame his new arrows

Daily Mail

Luke Littler's bid for glory in the Swiss Darts Trophy ended in the third round on Sunday when he lost 6-3 to world champion Luke Humphries. Luke Humphries books his spot in the quarter-finals, as the world number one beats Luke Littler 6-3 in our second game of the afternoon. 🔜 Stephen Bunting v Martin Schindler 📺 https://t.co/YyBPPwoMK8 | #ET12 …

7 months ago

Luke Humphries stuns Luke Littler en route to claiming maiden world series title

The Independent

7 months, 3 weeks ago

Luke Littler, 17, tastes victory in £20 entry local darts tournament to bounce back from early World Matchplay exit and recent break-up with 21-year-old girlfriend

Daily Mail

Luke Littler has bounced back from an early exit at the World Matchplay and his recent break-up with girlfriend Eloise Milburn by winning his local darts tournament. Luke Littler won his local darts tournament It comes after Littler split from his girlfriend Eloise Milburn Milburn was a constant presence at Littler's side during his rise to the top of the …

7 months, 3 weeks ago

Luke Humphries out to join illustrious club with win in World Matchplay final

The Independent

9 months, 3 weeks ago

Premier League Darts LIVE: Result as Luke Littler throws nine-darter to claim biggest title of career

The Independent

Luke Littler is through to the Premier League final Luke Littler stormed to an enthralling 11-7 win in the Premier League Darts final to capture the biggest title of his career in front of 40,000 fans at the O2 Arena. The 17-year-old easily overcame his semi-final opponent Michael Smith, winning 10-5 and showcasing his impressive talent to an already excited …

10 months, 3 weeks ago

Teenage sensation Luke Littler sets up World Championship final rematch with Luke Humphries in second round of European Darts Grand Prix

Daily Mail

Luke Littler claimed a 6-0 win, while Peter Wright was the big name to exit on day one of the NEO.bet European Darts Grand Prix in Germany. Teenage sensational Littler will take on second seed Luke Humphries, who beat the 17-year-old in the World Championship final at Alexandra Palace in January, in a mouth-watering clash on Saturday. Wright exited in …

11 months, 2 weeks ago

Luke Humphries makes ‘unbeatable’ claim after thrashing Michael van Gerwen

The Independent

11 months, 3 weeks ago

Dublin delight for Luke Humphries as he increases his Premier League advantage

The Independent

1 year ago

How rising star Luke Littler has taken darts world by storm in 2024

The Independent

1 year ago

Luke Littler lets the darts do the talking after Jonathan Ross Show appearance

The Independent

1 year ago

Luke Littler enjoying himself as his impressive form continues in Minehead

The Independent

1 year, 1 month ago

Luke Littler’s laidback approach faces new test inside travelling circus of Premier League Darts

The Independent

1 year, 1 month ago

Luke Humphries vows that top players will 'look after' Luke Littler and ensure 'no one takes advantage of him', while dismissing claims he is jealous of the teenage sensation - ahead of their third ba

Daily Mail

Luke Humphries has promised that darts' top players will 'look after' teen sensation Luke Littler and ensure that 'no one takes advantage of him.' Luke Humphries has vowed that top players will look after Luke Littler, who has made a startling rise in the sport The 17-year-old has been a major attraction ever since his remarkable run to the final …

1 year, 1 month ago

Luke Littler all smiles as he arrives back in Manchester with darting rival Luke Humphries after narrow defeat to Michael van Gerwen in the final of the Dutch Masters

Daily Mail

English darts stars Luke Littler and Luke Humphries were seen arriving at Manchester Aiport on Sunday following their efforts in the Dutch Masters over the past few days. The Nuke went on to reach his third final in as many tournaments with an impressive win over Gerwyn Price, setting up a second consecutive showdown with Michael van Gerwen. Littler won …

1 year, 1 month ago

Luke Littler loses EPIC Dutch Masters final against three-time world champion Michael van Gerwen as the 17-year-old darts sensation continues his meteoric form ahead of Premier League debut

Daily Mail

Luke Littler's bid to win back-to-back World Series titles was dashed by Michael van Gerwen in the final of the Dutch Darts Masters in Den Bosch. With nothing to split the pair after the first 12 legs, Littler missed two darts at double eight to break van Gerwen's throw and leave him one leg from another title. Instead van Gerwen …

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