Luke Humphries Defends US Darts Masters Title in New York

Luke Humphries retained his US Darts Masters crown by defeating 19‑year‑old Luke Littler 8‑7 in a dramatic final at Madison Square Garden, New York. After establishing a 4‑1 lead, Humphries slipped, allowing Littler to rally with nine 180s and take a 7‑7 tie. The match was decided on a final leg where Humphries, throwing first, delivered an 11‑dart finish to clinch the victory and become the first player to win back‑to‑back US Darts Masters titles. The tournament featured high averages – Humphries finished with a 104 average and Littler hit multiple high scores – and was played before a crowd of over 5,000 spectators.

The win adds to Humphries’s growing record, while Littler, despite the loss, praised the atmosphere and the support of English fans attending the event.