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Luke Littler: World Matchplay champion on US vacation and impact on darts
Luke Littler, the 19-year-old World Matchplay champion, is currently vacationing in the United States to recover from an intensive period on the PDC circuit. During his travels to Orlando and Tampa, Littler used Instagram to attempt to return a Hull City football shirt left behind by a passenger on a bus from Busch Gardens.
Separately, PDC referee Huw Ware has commented on the transformative impact of Littler’s rapid ascent in the sport. Ware, who officiated the second half of Littler’s 2025 World Championship victory over Michael van Gerwen, noted that the teenager’s success has brought darts to a much wider audience, including increased engagement among primary school students through programs like Bullseye Maths.
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Huw Ware · Luke Littler · Michael van Gerwen · Professional Darts Corporation
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The rise of Luke Littler has increased the popularity of darts among children and in primary schools. dartsnews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Huw Ware believes being a darts referee provides the privilege of being close to elite players and part of their journey. dartsnews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Huw Ware officiated the second half of Luke Littler’s 2025 World Championship final victory against Michael van Gerwen. dartsnews.com