Luke Littler eyes major titles with determination
Luke Littler has revealed his career will be dictated by desire rather than financial gain, with the teenage sensation setting his sights on claiming every major title multiple times over, reports BritPanorama.
The darts prodigy shares the same philosophy as Michael van Gerwen regarding retirement from the sport. “That’s down to me. Whether I still want it in 10 or 15 years, whether I’ve achieved everything I want. The goal is to win every major, multiple times,” Littler explained.
Ahead of Night Nine of the Premier League Darts in Manchester, Littler expressed his determination and excitement about competing. “Yeah, I’m always excited to come to Manchester and play my darts. Hopefully I can get another win here,” he said. Despite historical data suggesting a lower point total may be sufficient for securing a place at Finals Night in London, he has set himself a demanding threshold.
“Over the last few years, around 25 or 26 points gets you in. I’ve said myself, call it 30 points and then I’ll say I’m in,” Littler stated. His journey to the summit has not been straightforward; he initially occupied seventh position before climbing to first place during the campaign. “That’s darts, it’s a crazy sport. You win some, you lose some. You have bad moments and better ones. A few weeks didn’t go to plan, but just look where I am now,” he reflected.
Littler expressed no doubt about his capability in matches, recalling a particularly notable comeback against Gerwyn Price. “I don’t think I’m ever out of a game. Against Gezzy, going 50 down and winning showed that,” he said. He remains realistic about the unpredictability of the competition, noting, “Anyone can win a night. I was seventh after a few weeks and still ended up top.” His belief in his skills is unwavering: “It’s belief in yourself and your ability. I don’t think I’m ever beaten in a game.”
As the competition progresses, Littler’s focus remains on achieving greatness, showcasing not only his ambition but the inherent unpredictability that characterizes darts. In this sport, where fortunes can shift rapidly, even the youngest talents have the potential to surprise, reminding everyone that each match holds its own drama.
