Seventeen-year-old Luke Littler began his campaign for the PDC World Championship title with an emotional 3-1 victory over Ryan Meikle. Known for nearly scoring a nine-darter, Littler showcased incredible talent by averaging 140.91 in the final set. Despite a slow start, he found his rhythm, showcasing four maximum 180s and clinching the win with impressive darts. Littler’s performance follows his notable run to the finals earlier this year, where he finished as a runner-up.