Luke Littler hints at retirement, cites waning motivation

Luke Littler, the 18-year-old darts prodigy who recently became the youngest World Darts Champion, has expressed that he may retire as soon as he loses his passion for the sport. Despite being compared to legendary player Phil Taylor, Littler insists he won't play until a later age, stating, 'I won’t be playing at 50.' He has achieved significant success in his short career, including winning the Premier League and multiple major titles, but remains focused on maintaining his motivation. Littler plans to win at least one of every major title before considering retirement, emphasizing that if his desire to compete diminishes, he will walk away from the sport. His recent performances have drawn criticism, but he remains undeterred, responding to detractors by highlighting his accomplishments in the face of setbacks. Littler's candid comments about his future reflect a desire for authenticity in his career rather than a relentless pursuit of records.