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Scottish Sun
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
‘I'm glad it's paid off' – Luke Littler reveals gruelling new training regime that saw him almost break darts record
Littler can join an darting elite circle by next week LUKE AT THAT 'I'm glad it's paid off' – Luke Littler reveals gruelling new training regime that saw him almost break darts record Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LUKE LITTLER came close to breaking the World Matchplay average record as he blitzed Ryan Searle in just 16 MINUTES! The teen sensation won his first-ever clash on the Winter Gardens stage, smashing Heavy Metal 10-2 in Blackpool on Sunday night. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Luke Littler came close to another record after beating Ryan Searle in 16 minutes on Sunday Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Littler delivered an average of 108.92, just short of Phil Taylor's 114.99 - but after five legs was flying at 121.21 per three darts. The 17-year-old said: 'I'm just so glad to get that win here. I wanted to just get it done. 'I felt very comfortable. I've been practising so much. I've not done much on social media. I've just been putting in the hours and hours. 'I'm glad it's paid off tonight. It's been two hours a day. READ MORE ON DARTS LUK AT THAT Littler reveals new look for World Matchplay Darts as fans are left divided 'I was here watching Luke (Humphries) last night. I just wanted to come here and get another feel for it. 'I'm still a fan, I'll still come and watch, even if I'm not playing on the night.' Littler flew out of the blocks, ripping into a 5-0 lead in just SEVEN MINUTES and hitting five out of six shots on the doubles. It took Searle six legs to get a double on the board after The Nuke piled on the pressure including a 126 checkout but his finishing just dipped off slightly in the latter stages. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Littler's opponent in the last 16 will be Dutchman Jermaine Wattimena who beat 2021 champion Peter Wright 10-8. Littler lost to Michael van Gerwen on his Blackpool debut in 2024 but his showing against 'Heavy Metal' was simply spectacular. Luke Littler reveals gruelling new training regime that saw him almost break darts record The reigning world champion is renowned for his lack of practice on the board outside of tournaments, often not throwing darts in between being on the stage. But Littler is determined to add this major to his cabinet. If he does, he completes the darting 'Triple Crown' of the World Matchplay, World Darts Championship, and Premier League. That is fate only completed by Taylor, Van Gerwen, Gary Anderson, and Luke Humphries.
Scottish Sun
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Luke Humphries make shock wardrobe change for Premier League Darts in Leeds
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LUKE HUMPHRIES made a shock outfit change for the Premier League Darts in Leeds. The world No1 is a diehard Leeds United fan and appeared in a triumphant mood after the Whites won the Championship last Saturday. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Luke Humphries has worn a custom Leeds-themed shirt for Night 14 of the Premier League 2 He wore a custom shirt in Leeds last year too Credit: Alamy The city has been engulfed in celebration with thousands turning out for the trophy parade. Humphries is celebrating the achievement in his own way - by wearing a custom shirt for one night only. The darts star has ditched his usual shirt for a snazzy yellow and blue top - similar to a Leeds away jersey. Cool Hand explained the shirt, saying: "It's yellow and Leeds inspired. READ MORE IN DARTS LUKE OF LOVE Darts ace Luke Littler 'confirms new relationship' with teen beautician Humphries posed in his new shirt at Elland Road, Championship trophy in hand as he grinned from ear to ear. The 30-year-old also wore a custom shirt when the Premier League visited Leeds last year, and later auctioned the shirt off for charity. Things are slightly different this time around however, thanks to Leeds already winning promotion rather than be in the play-offs - as they were last year. He said: "The atmosphere was amazing, but there was a bit of anxiety from the fans, maybe because we were in the play-offs. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Premier League Darts 2025 THE Premier League Darts is back with eight players vying for massive prize money and Luke Littler's crown. The teenager, who went on to win the world title in December, won the Premier League in 2024 and will be looking to defend his crown over 18 thrilling weeks. There were two new entries this season, with Stephen Bunting and Chris Dobey replacing Peter Wright and Michael Smith. Luke Humphries, Rob Cross, Michael van Gerwen, Gerwyn Price and Nathan Aspinall keep their place in what will be a hotly-contested title race. INFORMATION Full schedule and results, dates, TV and live stream info Latest standings as we head to Finals night How much prize money is on offer in the Premier League? LATEST DARTS NEWS Aspinall reveals shoulder was DISLOCATED before Premier League tie Michael van Gerwen will NOT represent the Netherlands at the World Cup Luke Littler to appear in special outdoor darts event SEASON SO FAR Night One - Belfast Night Two - Glasgow Night Three - Dublin Night Four - Exeter Night Five - Brighton Night Six - Nottingham Night Seven - Cardiff Night Eight - Newcastle Night Nine - Berlin Night 10 - Manchester Night 11 - Rotterdam Night 12 - Liverpool "Whereas this year we won the league, there's been such a great party atmosphere over the last six to seven days. "You've seen on Monday the incredible scenes with the parade. Luke Humphries opens up on 'wobble' after backlash for his honest social media post "So I do feel like the whole city of Leeds is in a buzz at the moment. "I'm hoping they're going to bring that on Thursday night and, you know, give me loads of support and I can sort of flourish on it and play well."
