Luke Humphries commended Luke Littler for his exceptional performance in the World Grand Prix final, where Littler emerged victorious with a 6-1 win after clinching the first four sets narrowly at 3-2 each. Following his win at the Mattioli Arena, Littler expressed his satisfaction with his darting skills, attributing his success to hard work. In a humble response to the defeat, Humphries congratulated Littler on his win.
Notable figures like James Maddison and Love Island star Gio Russo also extended their congratulations to Littler for his triumph. Littler faced a challenging quarter-final match against Gerwyn Price but managed to stage a dramatic comeback from a 2-0 deficit to secure a 3-2 victory. Despite dropping only two sets in his other matches, he displayed remarkable consistency throughout the tournament.
During the final showdown, both Humphries and Littler maintained high averages above 92, with Humphries recording more 100s and 180s, along with a superior checkout percentage. However, Littler’s impeccable performance at crucial junctures sealed his victory. Humphries acknowledged Littler’s clinical display in the initial sets and expressed his determination to improve and compete at a higher level in the future.
Looking ahead, both players have a packed schedule leading up to the upcoming World Championship at Alexandra Palace. Littler, who previously lost to Humphries in the 2024 final, claimed his first world title earlier this year. Notably, Littler also triumphed at last year’s Grand Slam of Darts, defeating Martin Lukeman in a dominant 16-3 victory, while Humphries faced an unexpected early exit in the group stage.
Reflecting on his World Grand Prix win, Littler emphasized the importance of delivering under pressure and maintaining a high level of performance. He expressed satisfaction with his victory and the consistency demonstrated throughout the tournament.
