Luke Littler posts £166,000 earnings, leads Premier League after Cardiff triumph

Luke Littler, the 18-year-old darts sensation, extended his lead in the Premier League with a remarkable performance that included a nine-dart finish against Michael van Gerwen, winning 6-4 in Cardiff. This victory marked Littler's third nightly win in the competition, bringing his total earnings to £166,000 over a three-week span, highlighting his dominance in the sport. Remarkably, Littler attributed his success to a week off from practice, stating that he enjoys taking time to relax, which has seemingly enhanced his performance. He also won a bespoke set of solid gold darts worth £30,000 for his nine-darter, joining previous winners Luke Humphries and Rob Cross. With a commanding six-point lead in the standings, Littler aims to secure a top position and a spot in the May play-offs. Critics have previously questioned his practice habits, but his recent success has silenced doubts about his unconventional approach.