Teenage sensation Luke Littler has achieved a remarkable turnaround in just two years, going from World Championship runner-up as a qualifier to world champion and now world No 1. His ascent is complete after he reached the Grand Slam of Darts final, where he defeated Danny Noppert 16-9.
Littler's victory will see him overtake Luke Humphries at the top of the PDC Order of Merit, with the 18-year-old looking like a dark horse for major titles. In just two years, Littler has claimed eight major titles and won his maiden world title in January.
The win moves Littler into record-breaking territory as he becomes the youngest-ever PDC world No 1 at 18 years and 299 days. He had previously trailed Humphries by £72,000 before the Grand Slam final, but now leads him by £161,500.
Littler's form has been impressive, with three more major titles secured this season, including the World Matchplay, World Grand Prix, and UK Open. He also won at the Australian Darts Masters, New Zealand Darts Masters, Belgian Darts Open, Flanders Darts Trophy, and Players Championship 32.
Humphries' defeat has sparked a "war" between the two players, with Humphries vowing to reclaim his top spot as soon as possible. The PDC World Darts Championship is up next for Littler, who will look to add another major title to his collection.
Littler's victory will see him overtake Luke Humphries at the top of the PDC Order of Merit, with the 18-year-old looking like a dark horse for major titles. In just two years, Littler has claimed eight major titles and won his maiden world title in January.
The win moves Littler into record-breaking territory as he becomes the youngest-ever PDC world No 1 at 18 years and 299 days. He had previously trailed Humphries by £72,000 before the Grand Slam final, but now leads him by £161,500.
Littler's form has been impressive, with three more major titles secured this season, including the World Matchplay, World Grand Prix, and UK Open. He also won at the Australian Darts Masters, New Zealand Darts Masters, Belgian Darts Open, Flanders Darts Trophy, and Players Championship 32.
Humphries' defeat has sparked a "war" between the two players, with Humphries vowing to reclaim his top spot as soon as possible. The PDC World Darts Championship is up next for Littler, who will look to add another major title to his collection.
. In such a short span of two years, he's gone from being a qualifier to becoming World No 1 – it's a truly remarkable achievement 
. The way he's managed to outmaneuver his rival Luke Humphries and claim eight major titles is a testament to his skill and dedication 
. His Grand Slam final victory against Danny Noppert was the icing on the cake, cementing his status as one of the top players in the sport 
. Now, with the PDC World Darts Championship coming up, I'm predicting an exciting showdown between Littler and Humphries – it's going to be a thrilling ride! 
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. I'll believe it when I see it...
he's got a great rivalry brewing with Humphries too, those two are gonna go at it for ages 
but honestly, Littler's form is just ridiculous. I'm hyped to see what he does at the PDC World Darts Championship next - can't wait for more!
Luke Littler's transformation from qualifier to world champ in just 2 yrs is wild! 
His form this season has been SICK 
. The "war" between Littler and Humphries is getting intense 
- can't wait to see what's next for these darts stars! 
. Young players always have that "can't miss" thing going on, but they never can deliver when it matters most. And what about all those "major titles" he's claimed? Just a bunch of smaller tournaments and a world championship. Anyone can beat anyone else in the final of a small event...
Can you believe it? Luke Littler's going from qualifier to world champ in just two years! That's like me going from playing darts at the pub to winning the PDC World Championship overnight... not gonna happen 
. But seriously, 18 and already on top of his game is insane! He must be having a blast, I mean who wouldn't want to play darts for a living? 
. hes only 18 btw which is crazy lol. i think hes gonna crush it at the pdc world darts championship next and maybe even win majors left & right 
. luke humphries is gonna have to bring his A game if he wants 2 catch up with littler tho 
i'm beyond proud of him and can't wait to see what he does next 
the way he's dominating the game is giving me major goosebumps 
humphries better bring his A-game if he wants to take back that top spot 
because i had him down as a dark horse from the start, and he's been on fire 
his comeback story is everything and more, and I need to know what's going through his mind right now 
can't wait for the PDC World Darts Championship next month, it's gonna be epic 