Luke Littler has confirmed he has not yet spoken to Gian van Veen following their on-stage altercation earlier this month in Manchester. The world champion secured his fifth nightly victory on night 12 of the Premier League Darts in Liverpool on Thursday, defeating Luke Humphries, Michael van Gerwen, and Jonny Clayton in the final.
Littler responds to hostile crowds
Despite facing a hostile crowd and being booed once again, Littler expressed satisfaction with his ability to perform under pressure. He noted that the crowd's reaction in Liverpool was less intense than the “way louder” reception he experienced in Rotterdam the previous week. The 17-year-old darts sensation stated he is not the type to initiate conversation but believes both he and Van Veen have moved on from the incident.
The on-stage dispute
The dispute occurred earlier this month in Manchester, where Van Veen accused Littler of “celebrating towards the crowd” during their match. Littler indicated that he has not reached out to Van Veen since, but feels the matter is behind them. He remains focused on his performances, having now won five nightly titles in the Premier League season.
In full, the world champion continues to dominate the competition, showcasing his resilience and talent despite the boos from some sections of the crowd. His victory in Liverpool further solidifies his position as a top contender in the Premier League Darts.
