Mitchell Lawrie may be just 15 years old, but the teenage sensation continues to show maturity, swagger and self-belief far beyond his age — and his latest comments after reaching the World Darts Championship semi-final prove exactly why he is considered one of the sport’s hottest rising stars.
Lawrie produced another fearless display on the iconic Lakeside stage, thrilling fans with his explosive scoring and steely finishing. But despite the high praise pouring in, the young Scot admitted he wasn’t entirely satisfied with how things played out.
“I’m going to k!ll it”
Speaking after booking his place in the final four, Lawrie didn’t shy away from setting huge expectations for himself.
“I’m going to k!ll it,” he said confidently when asked about his chances in the semi-final and beyond.
The bold declaration drew cheers from fans — but it was what happened earlier in the match that left him frustrated.
The moment that ‘annoyed’ him
Lawrie revealed there was an incident during the semi-final that threw him off momentarily, something he says he cannot allow to happen again as the stakes rise.
Though he didn’t single out a player or individual, the youngster hinted that gamesmanship and interruptions had disrupted his rhythm.
“There was a moment that annoyed me. I just wanted to get on with the game,” he explained.
“I’m young, but I’m not going to let things like that get in my head. I’ll learn from it.”
His ability to reset mentally and regain control impressed both fans and pundits, who praised his composure under pressure.
Fearless — and learning fast
Lawrie has turned heads all tournament with his maturity, calmness and electric scoring power. Many have highlighted how similar his rise feels to Luke Littler’s breakthrough, with Lawrie breaking records, defying expectations and showing zero fear on the big stage.
But unlike most teenagers facing the glare of a major event, he doesn’t just survive — he thrives.
“I know what I can do. I just need to stay focused and play my game,” Lawrie added.
A star in the making
As he prepares for his semi-final showdown, excitement continues to build around the 15-year-old who has burst onto the scene as darts’ next major talent.
With his confidence sky-high, his determination laser-focused and his game improving with every round, Mitchell Lawrie is not just enjoying a fairytale run — he’s threatening to rewrite the script entirely.
If he “kills it” the way he promises, the darts world could be on the verge of witnessing history.
