Luke Littler made headlines by clinching the World Darts Championship title, earning an impressive £500,000. But, as with all things in life, the taxman was quick to make his claim, leaving Luke with just over half of his winnings. Yet, it hasn’t dimmed the shine on his monumental win!
The teen dynamo smashed records, becoming the youngest world darts champion. Luke destroyed Michael van Gerwen in spectacular fashion and made it look easy at the iconic Alexandra Palace. He’s now gearing up to defend his title with even bigger stakes—this year’s champion will walk away with a cool £1 million!
Luke, affectionately known as ‘The Nuke,’ has been dominating the darts scene, earning the top spot in global rankings after a thrilling victory against rival Luke Humphries in the Grand Slam final. His journey last year, boasting eight major finals, ensured he’s a force to reckon with. Despite missing the Premier League title, he’s delivered nail-biting performances that have fans eagerly waiting for more.
While the idea of paying nearly £450,000 in taxes might seem daunting, the remaining £550,000 certainly isn’t a figure to scoff at. Luke’s dreams don’t just stop at collecting a cheque. Winning the prestigious Sid Waddell Trophy has been a lifelong ambition, and he’s shown us all that he’s just getting started!
Reflecting on his big win, Luke admitted, “Everyone dreams of lifting this trophy. Can’t believe it—still feels surreal!” Thrilled yet humble, he confessed that controlling his nerves through the finals was key to his success.
The stage is set for another epic showdown, where Luke faces his opposite seed, Humphries. Will ‘The Nuke’ ignite the board once more and double his winnings this year? One thing’s for sure, it’ll be a darts tournament you wouldn’t want to miss! 📅🎯💸