Luke Humphries has issued a stern warning to darts enthusiasts that Luke Littler may step away from the sport if the crowd continues to boo him. Littler, who recently triumphed over Humphries to clinch the Premier League title, emotionally disclosed his struggles with the audience, breaking down in tears post-victory.
The 19-year-old confided in his girlfriend, Faith Millar, revealing that he had contemplated quitting during the challenging early stages of the competition. Recalling his moments of despair after facing crowd hostility, Littler shared, “I don’t want to do it anymore, just the crowd every week. I’m down bad.”
During the 17-week tournament, Littler faced booing from spectators following a clash with Gian van Veen in Manchester, a situation that profoundly impacted him. Humphries, his gracious opponent, implored fans to cease their negative reactions, emphasizing Littler’s significance to the sport.
Describing the Premier League season as a “rollercoaster,” Littler credited his unwavering support system of family, friends, and girlfriend for standing by him throughout. Expressing gratitude on Instagram, he acknowledged their pivotal role in his success.
Following his emotional victory over Humphries with a decisive double 20 finish, Littler displayed raw emotion and shed tears while reflecting on his journey. Humphries empathized, recognizing the emotional toll of such intense competition and the challenges of dealing with crowd disapproval.
Surrounded by his loved ones, including his family, girlfriend Faith, and friend Angry Ginge, at The O2 in London for the final, Littler showcased exceptional performance, averaging 111.67 and securing £350,000 in prize money. This win avenged his previous final defeat by Humphries and solidified his status among darts greats who have claimed multiple Premier League titles.
Littler now joins the ranks of darts legends like Phil Taylor, Michael van Gerwen, and Gary Anderson as a multiple-time Premier League champion, further solidifying his place in the sport’s history.
