Luke Littler Defeats Michael van Gerwen at Czech Open

In a stunning upset at the Czech Darts Open, 17-year-old Luke Littler defeated Michael van Gerwen with a commanding 6-1 victory, despite Van Gerwen averaging an impressive 112.19— the highest losing average in European Tour history. Littler's performance included a 110.57 average in the quarter-final and a notable 116.51 average earlier in the tournament, showcasing his rising talent in the sport. After the match, Van Gerwen humorously shared a photo of himself playfully choking Littler, acknowledging the young player's skill and declaring it would not happen again. Littler's momentum faltered in the semi-finals, where he lost to reigning world champion Luke Humphries, who went on to win the tournament. The match drew significant praise from fans for the quality of play exhibited by both competitors.