Laura Woods was left in disbelief after she hit a treble 20 to win a game of darts alongside teenage sensation Luke Littler. The ITV presenter teamed up with the reigning world champion to take on Luke Humphries and pundit Duncan Ferguson in a spontaneous match during a World Cup build-up segment.
Match Details
The game was arranged after Humphries and Littler appeared on ITV to discuss their participation in the US Darts Masters in New York. Woods and Littler paired up, while Humphries and Ferguson formed the opposing team. The latter duo went first, setting a target score. Woods and Littler then stepped up to the oche.
After an underwhelming first three darts, Woods felt she was letting her partner down. She was told she needed 42 points to win the match. With only one dart remaining, Woods fired a treble 20, securing victory and prompting cheers from the studio. "I can't believe that!" Woods exclaimed, visibly stunned by her achievement.
Context and Reactions
Littler and Humphries are in New York for the US Darts Masters, competing alongside other top PDC players such as Gian van Veen, Gerwyn Price, Jonny Clayton, Stephen Bunting, and Josh Rock. During the interview, Littler was asked if he had been watching the World Cup, admitting he caught some of England's goalless draw with Ghana due to travel arrangements. Woods joked, "You didn't miss much," referencing England's lackluster performance.
The impromptu darts match added a light-hearted moment to the World Cup coverage, showcasing Woods' unexpected skill and the camaraderie among the players.
