Luke Littler Defeated in Bahrain Masters Quarter-Finals

Luke Littler, the newly crowned World Darts Champion, faced an unexpected quarter-final defeat at the Bahrain Masters, losing 6-2 to Gerwyn Price. Littler, who recently won the world championship by defeating Michael van Gerwen, cited feeling 'rusty' and adapting to a new set of darts as factors contributing to his loss. Despite the setback, Littler remains optimistic about defending his title and achieving more wins throughout the year. Gerwyn Price, who averaged an impressive 115.31 in his victory over Littler, was eventually defeated by Stephen Bunting in the finals of the tournament. The Bahrain Masters, a significant event in the darts calendar, featured top players such as world number one Luke Humphries, among others. The competition is part of the World Series of Darts, drawing attention to Littler's rapid rise and the ongoing challenges he faces as a young champion.