Darts results LIVE: Luke Littler WINS Premier League final in Aberdeen against Cross and books play-off spot – latest
LUKE LITTLER sent the Aberdeen crowd wild tonight as the teen sensation booked his play-off spot by winning on Premier League Darts Night 14.
The Nuke showed his brilliance once again with a 6-4 Rob Cross victory in a thrilling final.
And as a result, not only has Littler maintained his spot at the top of the leaderboards, but fans will get to see him at the play-offs in London.
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Premier League darts returns on Thursday with Luke Littler leading the way with 36 points after a win on night 14 in Aberdeen.
Night 15 - First Direct Arena, Leeds - Thursday May 9 - QF
- Michael van Gerwen v Gerwyn Price
- Luke Littler v Peter Wright
- Luke Humphries v Rob Cross
- Nathan Aspinall v Michael Smith
Darts Schedule
Premier League darts is back on Thursday with Luke Littler still leading the way after winning night 14 in Aberdeen.
Night 15 - First Direct Arena, Leeds - Thursday May 9 - QF
- Michael van Gerwen v Gerwyn Price
- Luke Littler v Peter Wright
- Luke Humphries v Rob Cross
- Nathan Aspinall v Michael Smith
Littler's message from Eloise
Luke Littler's girlfriend Eloise Milburn shared a cute selfie as the couple celebrated another Premier League Darts win.
The 17-year-old sensation beat Nathan Aspinall, Michael Smith and Rob Cross to book his place in the play-offs.
It was Littler's fourth Prem night win of the year and his second in a row after last week's victory in Liverpool.
And in Aberdeen, he was cheered on by his girlfriend Eloise.
The 21-year-old beauty consultant congratulated Littler on his success as she posted an adorable picture of the couple on social media.
They posed for a cute selfie as Eloise wrote: "The first win I’ve been there for and what a great night it was, always proud."
Littler's going to Wembley
Luke Littler's reward for Euro glory will be going to WEMBLEY to cheer on Manchester United.
Darts’ teenage sensation, who this week won a fourth Premier League night in Aberdeen, has stormed to two titles on the continent in two months — guaranteeing his place in every major TV event.
And Littler, 17, admitted he was given a huge incentive by his manager Martin Foulds of following Erik ten Hag’s side to the FA Cup final against Manchester City on May 25 . . . if he won enough prize money to get the time off.
"The Nuke" beamed: “I’m in. I’m going to Wembley.
“Martin said if I do well and get myself into the Matchplay, Grand Prix and other majors, then he’ll pull me out of stuff so I get time.
“At the minute, I don’t have to do everything.”
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Littler's dad run-in with Aspinall
Nathan Aspinall has revealed he knew Luke Littler was destined for the top of darts after an argument with his dad.
Speaking on MEN's Manchester is Red podcast in April, the Asp said: "The first time I came across Luke, I think it was in Chester in a tournament and I beat him 4-3.
"I think he was aged four! No, he was around 12 and wow, I just thought 'who is the kid? '.
"I remember seeing his dad with him and he was dead critical of him because he'd lost.
"I was thinking mate, he's 12, and I was in the top 16 in the world at that time and I said 'give him a break'.
"His dad said 'no, he needs to learn' and that hard talk over the years has probably produced one of the best players in our sport. He's amazing and what else can you say?"
Wright move?
Peter Wright has hinted he may quit the world of darts.
That's after suffering two miserable years of form.
His presence in Premier League Darts has been disappointing and he sits rock bottom of the table.
He exclusively told SunSport: “If I win a major and they pick me next year that will probably be my last Premier League. I’ll try my hardest to go out with a win.
“I’m getting older and all the travelling is tough. I’d concentrate on all the other tournaments. Let these other youngsters like Joe Cullen and Chris Dobey get their chance.
“Is it the end? No. I believe I can win a major this year, definitely."
'That's why he's the GOAT!'
Luke Littler refused to answer an awkward question after winning the Premier League Darts in Aberdeen.
He now has a healthy eight-point lead at the top of the Premier League Darts table, but remained humble when asked if he is the best player in the world.
Commentator Wayne Mardle made the suggestion to the 17-year-old, with Littler replying: "No. I don't know. Not me."
What's the prize money for Premier League Darts?
Premier League Darts is nearing its thrilling conclusion with Luke Littler currently top of the table.
Here's what competitors stand to win...
The prize fund for Premier League Darts is a whopping £1million, with £275,000 of that going to the winner.
- Winner: £275,000
- Runner-up: £125,000
- Losing semi-finalists: £85,000
- Fifth: £75,000
- Sixth: £70,000
- Seventh: £65,000
- Eighth: £60,000
Last night of the Premier League
It will be the last night of the Premier League in this format on Thursday.
The competition will then become a cup tournament to decide who the ultimate winner will be.
Here's how it looks.
Night 15 - First Direct Arena, Leeds - Thursday May 9 - QF
- Michael van Gerwen v Gerwyn Price
- Luke Littler v Peter Wright
- Luke Humphries v Rob Cross
- Nathan Aspinall v Michael Smith
Littler guaranteed play-off spot
Luke Littler is guaranteed a play-off spot in Premier League Darts after his win in night 14.
He currently tops the table after beating Rob Cross in the final.
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Premier League Darts table
Luke Littler continues to show what a phenomenon he is as he tops the Premier League Darts table aged just 17.
It's easy to forget that he was nowhere near selection before the PDC World Championships and it took the intervention of Eddie Hearn to get him into the league.
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Father time
Nathan Aspinall has revealed he knew Luke Littler was destined for the top of darts after an argument with his dad.
Aspinall, 32, has struck up a strong friendship with the 17-year-old darts phenomenon.
But he also revealed that he had got on the wrong side of Littler Sr earlier on in the teen phenomenon's career.
Aspinall said: "The first time I came across Luke, I think it was in Chester in a tournament and I beat him 4-3.
"I think he was aged four! No, he was around 12 and wow, I just thought 'who is the kid? '.
"I remember seeing his dad with him and he was dead critical of him because he'd lost.
"I was thinking mate, he's 12, and I was in the top 16 in the world at that time and I said 'give him a break'.
"His dad said 'no, he needs to learn' and that hard talk over the years has probably produced one of the best players in our sport. He's amazing and what else can you say?"
Littler heading to Wembley
Luke Littler has revealed he is going to Wembley to watch his beloved Man Utd.
That's after his manager agreed he could have some time off after his great form.
Littler said: “I’m in. I’m going to Wembley.
“Martin said if I do well and get myself into the Matchplay, Grand Prix and other majors, then he’ll pull me out of stuff so I get time.
“At the minute, I don’t have to do everything.”
When asked if Ten Hag will make the trip worth it, Littler said: “Hopefully!”
Luke's going to Wembley
Luke Littler has revealed he's earned some time off due to his exploits this season.
That's because he struck a deal with his manager that if he won enough tours he would be allowed to see United in the FA Cup final.
He had been due to play in another Grand Prix that weekend, but his manager has pulled him out as a reward for his great form.
Littler revealed: "I’m in. I’m going to Wembley.
“Martin said if I do well and get myself into the Matchplay, Grand Prix and other majors, then he’ll pull me out of stuff so I get time.
“At the minute, I don’t have to do everything.”
Pressure off for Littler
Luke Littler can almost relax on the final two nights of Premier League Darts.
Runaway table-topper Littler and world champ Luke Humphries sealed places in the four-man play-offs at the O2 Arena in London on May 23 with yesterday’s efforts in Aberdeen.
Now the heat is on Nathan Aspinall, Michael van Gerwen, Michael Smith and Co for the last two spots.
Littler told Sky Sports: “I’m glad I’ve qualified before the next two weeks because I can just settle myself more and not put pressure on my shoulders and look forward to the O2
“It’s good for me and Luke, we’re both on debut, we’re both the first two to qualify.
“But I’ll be watching out for the next two positions as it’s going to be very close in Leeds and Sheffield.”
Luke ducks the big question!
Four-time Prem Night winner Luke Littler insists he’s not the world’s best darts player.
After his triumph in Aberdeen last night, sky sports asked the Nuke if he was now the finest on the planet.
Smiling, 17-year-old Littler replied: “No.”
He was then asked if world No1 Luke Humphries was the top man.
This time the Warrington whizkid was less clear.
He shrugged and responded: “I don’t know, not me.”
Credit: Rex No kidding, is Nuke already the best?
Fans reckon Luke Littler could be a wonder KID with a difference.
Viewers hailed the Nuke’s fourth Prem night win as “making it look so easy”.
And one fan posted: “17 years old and he’s the best player in his sport and it’s not even close either. GOAT.”
Credit: Instagram Another said: “Absolute genius this lad, he’s the darting equivalent of Ronnie O’Sullivan for me.”
A third wrote: “Unplayable. Unbelievable. Star. Luke Littler.”
“He’s too good, Premier League champion soon,” argued one observer.
And a fifth fan claimed: “Makes it look so easy, what an unbelievable talent!”
In fact, as another enthusiast posted on X: “What else can you say about this boy…”
Littler will 'let my darts do the talking'
Luke Litttler is confident enough to say he's in form - but not cocksure enough to say he's the best.
Again questioned as to whether he's on top of the world, the Nuke replied: “No. I know I’m playing well but I don’t say whether I am or not.
"I just let my darts do the talking.”
'Snakebite has lost his confidence'
Peter Wright’s Premier League plight Prem is down to low confidence – not a change of darts
So says Vincent van der Voort, who adds 54-year-old Snakebite was previously comfortable with any equipment.
Credit: Rex VDV, 48, told Viaplay: ”He used to throw well with all kinds of sets everywhere.
“Now he just throws poorly with everything. So in itself nothing has changed, just his form is just not there.”
Wright won just one of his 10 matches in April.
And Van der Voort added: ”You see a lot of games where he’s 4-1, but the confidence is just lost,”
”Then it’s very difficult to put games over the line.
“You see him in a lot of games where you think ‘hey, this is a nice start’ – but then it sinks very far after that and he starts missing things.”
Nuke unfazed by Leeds reception
Luke Littler insists he has no ears over a frosty reception from fans at Leeds liked he received at Liverpool.
The Manchester United fan is ready and prepared for hostile welcomes at rival footballing hotbeds.
And ahead of next Thursday's Prem Night 15 in Leeds, the Nuke said: "We’ve seen it with a few others this year, whistling.
"We win the game then just tell them to be quiet. Then go into the next game and if it happens again, it happens again.
“The other players don’t really mention it. I’ll just have to take anything on the chin.
“I’ve not really thought about what to expect in Leeds. But if anything happens I’ll block it out.
“Liverpool was a test but if Leeds is a test I’ve already qualified for the O2 so I’ll just go there and Sheffield without a fear of losing.”
Luke hopes Utd don't him down!
Wembley-bound Luke Littler has already met his heroes training at Carrington and was a guest at Old Trafford in January when United presented him with a ‘The Nuke 180’ shirt.
And, when asked if Erik ten Hag’s men can make his FA Cup final trip trip worthwhile by beating neighbours Man City, he added: “Hopefully!”
First, though, Littler goes for a record fifth Premier League victory in his debut season in Leeds on Thursday.
He has also now won 12 matches in a row after victories in Liverpool and Aberdeen either side of taking the Austrian Open crown last weekend.
'I'm in! - I'm off to Wembley!'
Luke Littler's reward for Euro glory will be going to WEMBLEY to cheer on Manchester United, writes PHIL LANNING.
Darts’ teenage sensation, who this week won a fourth Premier League night in Aberdeen, has stormed to two titles on the continent in two months — guaranteeing his place in every major TV event.
Credit: Instagram @lukethenukelittler and @manchesterunited And Littler, 17, admitted he was given a huge incentive by his manager Martin Foulds of following Erik ten Hag’s side to the FA Cup final against Manchester City on May 25 . . . if he won enough prize money to get the time off.
‘The Nuke’ beamed: “I’m in! I’m going to Wembley!
“Martin said if I do well and get myself into the Matchplay, Grand Prix and other majors, then he’ll pull me out of stuff so I get time.
“At the minute, I don’t have to do everything.”
Littler fears seven 'n hell for Man Utd
Luke Littler hopes Manchester United duck out of Europe if they qualify in seventh place.
The Red Devils' fan, 17, has seen United struggle while he soars.
And with Newcastle plus Chelsea applying pressure, he's just praying Erik ten Hag's men drop no longer than their current sixth spot.
Credit: INSTAGRAM/MANCHESTER UNITED Finishing seventh earns a Europa Conference League spot.
But the Nuke said: "I'll take top six - if we do drop into seventh place, personally I wouldn't play Europe.
"If we got Conference League, I'd just pull out and have a fresh start next season.
"It's been tough with the injuries. Every club has injuries but we've had so many and we've had big players out.
"Like Erik ten Hag said, whatever he's got in front of him, that's all he can deal with. I'd keep him [Ten Hag] - we've got to stay in the top six, that's the big priority."
