Luke Littler planning another ‘chilled week off’ after stunning PDC Premier League display in Cardiff

Luke Littler Plans Another Week Off After Stunning Nine-Dart Display

Luke Littler has vowed not to pick up a dart again before the Premier League Darts resumes in Newcastle next week, believing that rest played a key role in his sensational nine-dart finish in Cardiff.

The 18-year-old world champion delivered a masterclass on Thursday night, securing his third Premier League nightly win with a 6-4 victory over Michael van Gerwen—a rematch of their World Championship final in January.

Littler fired in 10 maximums and averaged an incredible 112.50, all without practicing in the lead-up to the event. Instead, he chose to “chill” out—a strategy he now plans to continue.

“I can’t see many Premier League players practicing at home,” Littler said after extending his overall lead to six points.

“Most of the Prem guys are playing the Euro Tour this weekend, but I’ve pulled out. I chose not to go, so it’s another chilled week off. I’ll have another week off and relax—then see how the darts fly in Newcastle.”

Golden Darts Reward for Littler’s Perfection

Littler’s flawless nine-dart leg in Cardiff earned him a set of bespoke 18-carat gold darts worth £30,000, following in the footsteps of Luke Humphries and Rob Cross, who received theirs in Brighton earlier this season.

The teenager now heads to Tyneside, the midway point of the 16-week regular season, with a commanding lead over second-placed Humphries and his place in the May play-offs virtually secured.

Despite Humphries suffering three consecutive quarter-final exits, Littler remains cautious:

“I wouldn’t say the tide has turned because there are still nine weeks left.”

“Luke is still capable of winning more nights, so I’ve got to keep adding to my tally.”

Record-Breaking Prize on the Horizon?

Humphries recently suggested in a radio interview that the 2026 World Champion could take home a record £1 million prize, double the amount Littler won at Alexandra Palace earlier this year.

When asked about it, Littler remained skeptical but acknowledged the possibility:

“I’ve not been told anything, but it’s been talked about for years.”

“The prize has been £500,000 for a long time, but I think the next big step for us players is that £1 million mark.”

“Whoever wins it will go straight to World No. 1. Whether it’s this year or next, I’m 99.9% sure it’ll happen.”

With his relaxed approach continuing to pay off, Littler is proving he’s not just a young star—but a dominant force in the world of darts.