Luke Littler and Gerwyn Price have produced some heated battles in 2025, but their latest showdown delivered a moment fans are already calling “elite mind games” from the 18-year-old sensation — and it came just seconds before he threw the winning dart.
The incident unfolded during their clash at the Players Championship Finals, where Littler once again rose to the occasion against one of the sport’s most intimidating competitors. With the match hanging in the balance and Price visibly frustrated, fans noticed a subtle but cheeky gesture from Littler that instantly went viral.
The Moment Everyone Is Talking About
As Littler stepped up for what would become the match-winning visit, cameras caught the world No.1 giving a brief smirk and a composed head nod toward Price — a look that many interpreted as a message of total confidence.
It wasn’t a taunt. It wasn’t over the top.
Just a tiny spark of swagger — but the timing made it explosive.
Within seconds, Littler pinned his final dart, sealed the match, and walked off to a roar from the Minehead crowd. The clip, shared across social media, had fans labelling it “world-class mind games” and “a brilliant show of confidence.”
Fans Loved It — Price, Not So Much
Gerwyn Price, known for his intensity and competitive fire, didn’t appear amused in the moment. The Welshman had already been battling visible frustration as Littler powered through the final legs with clinical finishing and high scoring.
Price offered only a frosty glare during the handshake — a stark contrast to Littler’s calm grin.
Littler: “I just stay relaxed”
When asked after the match about his composure in pressure moments, Littler didn’t reference the viral incident directly but credited his calm mentality:
“I just stay relaxed. If you let the moment get to you, you’re done.”
That relaxed approach is quickly becoming part of his identity — and his ability to stay unshaken in front of Price’s trademark intensity is one reason he continues to rise.
Another Chapter in Their Rivalry
The Littler-Price rivalry has become one of the most compelling in darts:
- Littler’s meteoric rise
- Price’s fiery competitiveness
- Contrasting styles
- Increasingly high-stakes meetings
And now, a touch of cheeky mind games to spice things up.
The Future of This Feud Looks Explosive
With both players in the world’s top tier — and tensions rising each time they share the oche — darts fans can expect many more fiery moments between these two.
But for now, it’s Littler who has the final word, the final dart…
and the viral clip that everyone’s talking about.
