Teen Darts Star Luke Littler Wins 11th Major Title at 19

A teenager from England just proved that age is no barrier to greatness, claiming his 11th major championship and earning praise that would make any athlete's career.

Luke Littler won the World Masters title on Sunday, defeating world number two Luke Humphries 6-5 in a nail-biting final. At just 19 years old, he now sits third on the all-time PDC major wins list, tied with James Wade and trailing only two legends of the sport.

The victory came with a £100,000 prize and something even more valuable: recognition from his toughest competitor. Humphries, the defending champion, didn't hold back after the match. "I think he's the greatest darts player who has ever lived," he told broadcasters.

The final showcased why both players are at the top of their game. Together they threw 25 perfect 180-point scores as the lead bounced back and forth throughout the match. Littler opened with a stunning 153-point finish, while Humphries answered by winning the first set.

Littler surged to a 3-1 lead before Humphries fought back to level the score. The drama continued as Humphries took a 5-4 lead, putting himself one set away from retaining his title. That's when Littler found another gear.

"Going into the last break at 5-4 down, I said I have nothing left, absolutely nothing, but I just managed to dig deep," Littler explained after the match. He won the next two sets by clearing legs in just 13 and 12 darts, forcing a final deciding set.

In that crucial moment, Littler broke his opponent's throw in the first leg and never looked back. One dart at his favorite double 10 target sealed the championship.

Why This Inspires

What makes Littler's story remarkable isn't just the trophy count. He's rewriting what's possible for young athletes in a sport traditionally dominated by players in their thirties and forties. His two world championships and 11 major titles before turning 20 show that dedication and talent can fast-track success at any age.

His humility shines through too. Despite his dominance, he describes the week as "weird" and "tough at times," acknowledging the mental battle every competitor faces. That honesty makes his achievements feel even more relatable and inspiring.

The two Lukes will face each other again Thursday when the Premier League season starts in Newcastle. If their World Masters showdown is any indication, fans are in for more thrilling competition between two players pushing each other to new heights.