Luke Littler: I Couldn’t Imagine Getting A Replica Wrestling Belt, Saying That’s Darts World Champion
Luke Littler, the 18-year-old darts sensation and 2025 PDC World Champion, expressed amusement and disbelief at the idea of receiving a replica wrestling belt proclaiming him the Darts World Champion. In a recent interview, Littler remarked, “I couldn’t imagine getting a replica wrestling belt, saying that’s Darts World Champion,” highlighting his grounded perspective despite his meteoric rise. This comment, made ahead of the Premier League Darts 2025 Finals Night on May 29 at London’s O2 Arena, where he faces Gerwyn Price, aligns with Littler’s “relaxed” mindset, and mirrors French Open narratives of humility, like Alex de Minaur’s apology for an outburst and Carlos Alcaraz’s media pushback.
Context of Littler’s Comment
Littler’s remark came during a discussion about his rapid fame following his historic World Championship win at 17, defeating Michael van Gerwen 7-3 in January 2025. His 2024 season included a Premier League title, a Grand Slam, and a record 140.91 set average. With 1.9 million Instagram followers and YouTube collaborations with Angryginge, Littler is a cultural phenomenon. The wrestling belt idea, likely a playful suggestion tied to his flair and showmanship, was met with his characteristic humor, reflecting his focus on darts over gimmicks. Posts on X praised his authenticity.
His dismissal of such a flamboyant trophy contrasts with wrestling’s theatricality, where belts symbolize supremacy, as seen in WWE’s custom title presentations. Littler’s preference for traditional darts accolades, like the Sid Waddell Trophy, underscores his respect for the sport’s roots. This humility echoes de Minaur’s “Oh, geez, I’m sorry” for an “ugly” French Open scene, and Alcaraz’s blunt “That’s a lie” to quitting rumors.
Premier League Finals and Price Challenge
Littler enters the Premier League Finals as the top seed with 45 points and six nightly wins, including a 6-3 Sheffield triumph over Luke Humphries, averaging 114.37. His semi-final against Price, who holds a 7-2 head-to-head edge with a 6-3 Nottingham win, tests his relaxed approach. Littler’s earlier quip that Price “made a mistake” finishing fourth, risks fueling Price, backed by Jonny Clayton to “spoil the party.” Price’s two nine-darters in 2025, including one against Littler, and a 104.43 Liverpool average, make him formidable.
Littler’s 122.96 average against Damon Heta and a 170 checkout, show his form, but Price’s 55% double success in Nottingham, and 6-5 Players Championship win, highlight the challenge. His wrestling belt comment, while humorous, reinforces his focus, akin to de Minaur facing Jaume Munar’s “extremely dangerous” test.
Conclusion
Luke Littler’s humorous dismissal of a wrestling-style Darts World Champion belt, underscores his authenticity as he prepares for the Premier League Darts 2025 Finals against Gerwyn Price. His relaxed mindset, with a record 45 points and 114.37 averages, faces Price’s 7-2 edge and nine-darter threat. Littler’s comment, like de Minaur’s French Open apology and Alcaraz’s media pushback, reflects humility amid pressure, with X fans backing his focus as he aims for a £275,000 prize.
