Darts fans stunned by DISTURBING occurrence while watching Luke Littler vs Luke Humphries in Premier League final at The O2
Darts Fans Stunned as Luke Littler Hit by Object During Premier League Final at The O2
Darts fans were left shocked and outraged during the 2025 Premier League Darts final at London’s O2 Arena on May 29, 2025, when 18-year-old Luke Littler was struck by a flying object thrown from the crowd during his 11-8 loss to Luke Humphries. The disturbing incident, reported by *The Sun*, *GB News*, and *Mirror Sport*, occurred as Littler, the reigning world champion, faced intense pressure in the semi-final against Gerwyn Price, trailing 6-4 before storming back to win 10-7. As Littler walked on stage for the final, a small object—described by witnesses as possibly a sweet or small item—hit him, and he dodged another, prompting boos from the 15,000-strong crowd, per *GB News*. Social media erupted, with @SunSport posting, “Luke Littler almost HIT by flying object on O2 Arena stage! 🤯,” and @MirrorSport noting the incident occurred as Littler’s rumored girlfriend, Eloise Milburn, watched from the stands.
The crowd’s behavior, including earlier whistling that disrupted play, drew condemnation from fans and the PDC, which stated, “Spectators who act inappropriately can be removed,” emphasizing their commitment to a positive atmosphere, per *Sky Sports*. Littler, unfazed, told *Sky Sports*, “I had a little bit of a thing after the game—nobody likes losing—but I’m fine,” focusing on his record-breaking season with six nightly wins and 45 points. Humphries, securing his first Premier League title and £275,000, praised Littler’s resilience, calling him “one of my best mates on tour,” per *BBC Sport*. Both players also noted a draft affecting their throws, with Humphries visibly frustrated, shaking his head during the match, per *Express.co.uk*. Fans on X, like @DExpress_Sport, highlighted Littler’s uncharacteristic nerves, underscoring the hostile environment’s impact. The incident overshadowed a thrilling final, fueling calls for stricter crowd control at future events.
