Darts prodigy Luke Littler delivered another electrifying performance that left the Belgian Darts Open crowd in awe, dismantling two-time world champion Peter Wright with a commanding 8-1 victory in Wieze.
The 17-year-old phenomenon, affectionately known as 'The Nuke', showcased why he's become the sport's biggest talking point, averaging an impressive 98.06 and converting 50% of his doubles against the struggling Scottish veteran.
Ruthless Display from Teenage Sensation
Littler's dominance was evident from the opening leg, where he immediately broke Wright's throw. The Warrington teenager never looked back, winning seven consecutive legs to establish an unassailable 7-0 lead before eventually closing out the match.
"It's always good to beat Peter," Littler remarked after his comprehensive victory. "I know he's not playing the best darts at the moment, but I know on his day he can beat anyone."
Wright's Struggles Continue
For Wright, currently ranked eighth in the world, this defeat marks another disappointing result in what has been a challenging period. The colourful Scotsman, known for his extravagant hairstyles and outfits, managed only a solitary leg against the relentless Littler.
The match statistics told a stark story of Wright's difficulties, with the former champion averaging just 87.56 - more than ten points lower than his teenage opponent.
Premier League Preparation
Littler's victory comes at a crucial time as he prepares for Thursday's Premier League Darts showdown in Liverpool, where he'll face world number one Luke Humphries in a highly anticipated rematch of their World Championship final.
"I'm looking forward to Thursday against Luke," Littler confirmed. "It will be a good game and hopefully I can get the win."
The Belgian Darts Open performance serves as perfect preparation for the Premier League's final weeks, with Littler currently sitting third in the table and well positioned for the play-offs.
Rising Star Shows No Signs of Slowing
Since his spectacular debut at the World Darts Championship, Littler has taken the sport by storm, winning his first PDC title in Bahrain and establishing himself as a genuine force on the professional circuit.
His latest demolition of a former world champion proves that the teenager's success is no flash in the pan, but rather the emergence of a serious contender who appears destined for the very top of the sport.
