Teenage Darts Sensation Luke Littler Faces Dutch Challenger in World Championship Final
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In a thrilling turn of events, 18-year-old Luke Littler is set to defend his title against Dutch European champion Gian van Veen in the World Darts Championship final. Littler, who is set to turn 19 later this month, dominated his semi-final against fellow Englishman Ryan Searle, winning 6-1 after a slow start. Van Veen, 24, secured his spot in the final by defeating two-time world champion Gary Anderson 6-3. The Dutchman's impressive comeback was marked by his determination and quality darts, which saw him take the lead from 4-1 to win the match. Littler, who has been making headlines for his outspoken comments towards fans, will look to regain his popularity by claiming his second consecutive title. The young darts star has a history of overcoming adversity, having become the youngest world champion in history at 17. The 2026 World Darts Championship will see a significant increase in the prize purse, with the winner taking home £1 million, double the amount awarded last year. The match between Littler and Van Veen is set to take place on Saturday at London's Alexandra Palace, with fans eagerly anticipating the final showdown.
