In a night of high drama and precision play, 17-year-old darts prodigy Luke Littler pulled off a stunning victory against former world champion Gerwyn Price in Week 10 of the Premier League Darts.
The teenage sensation, who has taken the darting world by storm since his sensational World Championship debut, produced a performance beyond his years to defeat the Welsh powerhouse 6-3 in Cardiff's Utilita Arena.
A Star is Born
Littler, who only turned professional in January, showcased why many are tipping him as the future of the sport. The Warrington wonderkid averaged an impressive 103.86 and landed three crucial 180s to dismantle Price's challenge.
"I'm just enjoying every moment," beamed Littler after his victory. "To beat someone of Gezzy's quality on this stage is massive for me."
Price Left Frustrated
For Price, the 2021 world champion, this was another frustrating night in what has been an inconsistent Premier League campaign. Despite averaging 99.89 himself, the Iceman couldn't match Littler's clinical finishing when it mattered most.
The match's pivotal moment came in the seventh leg when Littler produced a spectacular 121 checkout on the bullseye to break Price's throw and take a 5-2 lead.
What This Means for the League
This result shakes up the Premier League table as we approach the business end of the season. Littler's victory keeps his playoff hopes alive while dealing a significant blow to Price's chances of reaching the O2 finals night in May.
Darts fans are already calling this the most exciting Premier League season in years, with Littler's emergence adding a fascinating new dynamic to the competition.
The action continues next week in Dublin, where Littler will look to build on this momentum against another former world champion.
