PDC World Champion Luke Littler has hinted at scaling back his darts commitments in 2026 to prioritize rest and quality time with girlfriend Faith Millar, revealing plans for multiple holidays with her and his family to “switch off completely” from the sport. The 18-year-old sensation, speaking to Darts News on October 2, 2025, admitted the non-stop 2025 schedule—over 120 matches, including his Triple Crown triumphs—left no room for reflection or relaxation, prompting a deliberate shift next year: “I didn’t have the chance [for a getaway] this year. But in 2026, there’ll definitely be a few holidays for me. I’ll take the time to go away with my girlfriend and family, without even thinking about darts.” This comes amid his ongoing elbow recovery and a precarious spot in the Players Championship Order of Merit (PCOM), where selective play risks excluding him from the £600,000 Minehead Finals.
The Relationship: Faith’s Role in Littler’s Balance
Littler and Millar, a 19-year-old beauty therapist from nearby Wigan, confirmed their romance in July 2025 with a public kiss at the World Matchplay in Blackpool, where he clinched the £200,000 title over James Wade (18-13). The couple, who met in February and initially downplayed as “close friends,” have since become inseparable—Millar attended his Australian Darts Masters win (8-4 over Mike De Decker) in August and joined family trips to Spain after a World Cup pairs exit with Luke Humphries. Littler, who split from ex Eloise Milburn in July 2024 due to travel strains, credits Millar for keeping him grounded: “She’s lovely, bubbly—keeps me normal amid the madness.” Fans adore their low-key vibe, with Millar often spotted courtside or at Q&As, and Littler shutting down trolls as “jealous” in a DartStream LIVE chat.
Their 2026 holiday vision—likely spots like Spain or family escapes—signals Littler’s maturity at 18, echoing Phil Taylor’s advice to “keep feet on the ground.” “Darts is my life, but 2025 was non-stop,” he reflected, hinting at fewer Pro Tour events to avoid burnout while focusing on majors like his World Championship defense (December 2025/January 2026).
Darts Break Hint: Schedule Shake-Up and PCOM Peril
Littler’s “break” tease aligns with his strategy of prioritizing high-stakes events over the 34 Players Championships (£125,000 each), where he’s played just ~12 of 27 this year. His recent PC 27 last-16 run (£2,500) boosted him to tied 58th on the PCOM (£21,000), but withdrawing from PC 28 due to elbow issues has him £1,000 above the cutoff—vulnerable to overtakes by Humphries (tied 63rd, £20,000) or Michael van Gerwen (75th). Experts like Wayne Mardle praise the rest focus: “At 18, after £1.5M earnings, balance is smart—burnout’s real.” A lighter 2026 could mean skipping World Series legs like the Australian Darts Masters (as he hinted in August: “Two years on, miss a year”), but risks further PCOM slips.
| Aspect | 2025 Recap | 2026 Hint |
|——–|————|———–|
| **Schedule** | 120+ matches; Triple Crown (Worlds, PL, Matchplay) | Fewer Pro Tour; majors + “no darts thoughts” holidays |
| **With Faith** | Tour support (Australia, Spain); public since July | Dedicated getaways with her & family |
| **PCOM Risk** | Tied 58th (£21,000); elbow-forced skips | Potential lighter load; Minehead spot in jeopardy |
Fan and Expert Buzz: Cheers for the Chill
Social media lit up with #LittlerBreak, fans supporting: “Nuke deserves beach time with Faith—darts can wait!” (@DartsDaily, 7k likes). Some fretted over form: “Miss Minehead? Nah, rest now, dominate later.” Taylor, who recently joked he’d beat Littler in a dream match, backed the plan: “Smart kid—holidays kept me fresh for 16 worlds.”
With the World Grand Prix opener vs. Gian van Veen looming (October 6, £120,000 winner’s purse), Littler’s blending love and legacy—proving “The Nuke” knows when to reload.
