Luke Humphries celebrated Luke Littler’s remarkable performance at the World Darts Championship, acknowledging the 16-year-old’s incredible run at Alexandra Palace.
Despite being the top-ranked player globally, Humphries found himself two sets behind before securing a 7-4 victory in the thrilling final.
Littler, aiming to become the youngest world champion in darts history, showcased world-class performances throughout the competition, defeating two former world champions on his way to the final. Humphries expressed relief at winning the final, emphasizing Littler’s potential to dominate the sport in the future.
Throughout the day, Humphries couldn’t shake the thought of winning the championship now because he believed Littler would soon become a force in world darts.
Despite Humphries’ victory, he praised Littler’s relentless and incredible talent, predicting that the 16-year-old would secure many wins in the years to come.
Humphries highlighted Littler’s exceptional qualities, not just as a player but also in handling media and defeat gracefully. He commended Littler’s down-to-earth nature and affirmed that the youngster is undeniably one of the best players globally.
Despite leading 4-2 in the contest, Littler acknowledged some mistakes, particularly losing too many legs on his own throw.
Nevertheless, he credited Humphries for deserving the win and expressed gratitude for the overall unbelievable experience at the championship.
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