World Championship - Darts teen continues to win: Littler in the last 16 in London
Teen sensation Luke Littler's winning run at the World Darts Championship in London continues. The 16-year-old Englishman won his third round match against Canadian Matt Campbell with a commanding 4:1 and is through to the last 16 on his debut.
The junior world champion not only amazed the fans at the tournament in Alexandra Palace, but also his opponents and experts. They have already compared him and his ease to soccer superstar Lionel Messi in his younger years. This time, his strong doubles rate stood out in particular.
Littler will face the winner of the match between Jim Williams (Wales) and Raymond van Barneveld (Netherlands) in the round of 16 on December 30. The duel with five-time world champion Barney would be particularly explosive, as the veteran is 40 years older.
Littler now a serious title contender
Littler had already excelled on his debut (3:0 against Christian Kist) with an average of over 106 points. The Englishman also played his second match (3:1 against the seeded Andrew Gilding) with a lot of class and coolness.
Littler would again be favored against both Williams and van Barneveld. The bookmakers now see him as a serious title contender and above top stars such as Gary Anderson (Scotland).
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Luke Littler's triumphal march at the Darts World Championship in London continues, having advanced to the last 16 after defeating Matt Campbell. This impressive performance has taken place in front of the crowds at Alexandra Palace, with experts and opponents alike comparing him to young Lionel Messi in football.
The Darts World Masters (WM) saw Littler showcase his skills against Canadian opponent Campbell, securing a 4-1 win and setting sights on the championship title. As a serious title contender, Littler's next match will be against Jim Williams or five-time champion Raymond van Barneveld, a duel that could see the young prodigy face off against the seasoned veteran.
Littler's success at this year's World Championship has put him in the same league as top stars like Gary Anderson, despite his age, proving that the world of darts continues to produce future champions from Great Britain. His recent triumphs at the PDC event have garnered interest from the Darts community across the International stage, especially in Germany and London.
In the recent tournament, Littler displayed an unstoppable form, with his doubles rate standing out in particular. His commanding 3:0 victory against Christian Kist and his classy 3:1 win against seeded opponent Andrew Gilding have left no doubt that Luke Littler is here to stay and continue selling out Alexandra Palace with his fan-pleasing games.
The English talent's progression through the Darts WM has brought great pride to his home country, showing that he is following in the footsteps of legendary players who have triumphed in the past. Luke Littler's influence on the sport, and his eager participation in the Darts World Championship, is further proof of his iconic status in this competitive sport.
His journey to the championship will still have some obstacles, as he faces Jim Williams or Raymond van Barneveld in the last 16, but the youngster's tenacity and skill will be the key to his triumphant march to the Darts WM title.
Source: www.stern.de
