Littler Defeated by van Gerwen at World Matchplay

Luke Humphries has expressed his unwavering support for teenage darts sensation Luke Littler, who recently faced a tough first-round defeat to Michael van Gerwen at the World Matchplay. Despite Littler's recent slump, Humphries remains confident in his future success, emphasizing the undue pressure from media and public expectations. Van Gerwen, who has had an inconsistent season, delivered a strong performance against Littler and sees this victory as a potential turning point. The rivalry between Littler and Van Gerwen has intensified, with Van Gerwen leading their head-to-head record. Both Littler and Van Gerwen are set to compete in upcoming World Series events, promising more exciting matches ahead.