Inside Luke Littler’s darts academy with tears and wild celebrations as hometown hero, 17, wins World Championship

Source: The Sun

Author: Alex Smith

Published: Jan, 04 2025 09:25

HUNDREDS of fans cheered on Luke Littler from the darts academy where his journey began as the "local lad" became world champion. The 17-year-old hammered Michael van Gerwen 7-3 in last night's final to become the tournament's youngest ever champion. It was heartbreak for Littler last year as he burst onto the scene at Alexandra Palace but lost the final to Luke Humprhies.

Image Credit: The Sun [Luke Littler made history and became the youngest ever darts world champion]

But after a remarkable year which has seen him win ten titles, pocket over £1million in prize money and become a household name, The Nuke made his dream come true by lifting the Sid Waddell trophy. Pride was etched on the face of dad Anthony, mum Lisa and brother Leon while Luke was overcome with emotion as he was crowned the new king of darts.

Image Credit: The Sun [Fans packed into Littler's old darts academy to cheer him on]

And the feeling of joy went far beyond Alexandra Palace in London, as far as the St Helens Darts’ Academy where Littler learned his trade. Around 200 people packed into the club's bar to cheer him on together. Chants of "darts is coming home" were heard as Littler edged closer to his win last night.

Image Credit: The Sun [Secretary Karl Holden has overseen The Nuke's rise to the top]

Meanwhile, kids as young as eight were taking to the oche, hoping to one day emulate their hero. Secretary of St Helens Darts’ Academy, Karl Holden, has overseen the Warrington wonderkid's sensational rise to stardom. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS.

Image Credit: The Sun [Littler has inspired a new wave of youngsters to take to the oche]

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