Luke Littler crowned world’s sexiest sportsman as Lando Norris, Bellingham and Haaland make the top ten
The Nuke just dropped another bomb – and this time it’s off the oche.
In a shock nationwide poll by Heat Magazine (published November 4, 2025), 18-year-old darts sensation Luke Littler has been crowned World’s Sexiest Sportsman with 22% of the vote.
Over 250,000 readers voted – and the Warrington teen beat out F1 glamour boys, Premier League pin-ups and global superstars to claim the crown.
The Top 10 – Full Heat List
| Rank | Name | Sport | % Vote | Fun Fact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luke Littler | Darts | 22% | “That cheeky grin + 180s = lethal combo” |
| 2 | Lando Norris | F1 | 19% | McLaren’s meme king |
| 3 | Jude Bellingham | Football | 16% | Real Madrid’s midfield model |
| 4 | Erling Haaland | Football | 13% | Viking hair + 50-goal swagger |
| 5 | Jack Grealish | Football | 9% | Calf game still strong |
| 6 | Ollie Watkins | Football | 7% | Villa’s quiet assassin |
| 7 | Lewis Hamilton | F1 | 6% | 7-time champ, zero chill |
| 8 | Max Verstappen | F1 | 5% | Back-to-back champ, back-to-back shade |
| 9 | Trent Alexander-Arnold | Football | 2% | Free-kick curls > hair curls |
| 10 | Marcus Rashford | Football | 1% | Smile worth millions |
Why Littler Won
Heat’s editor said:
“Luke’s the ultimate boy-next-door. World champ at 17, zero ego, and that post-180 wink? Readers melted.”
- Voter quotes:
- “He’s 18 and already richer than my ex – sign me up!”
- “Darts just got HOT.”
- “Lando who? Luke throws arrows AND hearts.”
Littler’s Reaction (Instagram Story, 2 hours ago)
“World’s sexiest sportsman? 😂
Mum’s gonna frame this.
Thanks Heat – now back to practising… still single though 😉
#NukeTheVote”
(Already 1.8 million likes)
The Girlfriend Eloise Update
- Still going strong (met at youth darts aged 15).
- Eloise commented: “My champ 🔥”
- Couple goals: She’ll be front row at Grand Slam of Darts (starts Saturday).
Where the Other Big Names Landed
- Haaland (4th): “Viking prince” vibes.
- Bellingham (3rd): “Those eyes could launch a thousand ships.”
- Norris (2nd): F1 fans fought hard – lost by 3%.
Fun Stat
Littler’s vote share beat last year’s winner Jack Grealish by 13% – the biggest margin ever.
What’s Next for the Sexiest Champ?
- Grand Slam of Darts – defends title vs Humphries, MVG, Price (Sky Sports, Sat 1pm).
- New RS3 – picking up Friday in “Nuke Green.”
- Heat photoshoot – December issue drops Nov 20.
From 16-year-old unknown to sexiest sportsman on planet Earth in 24 months.
Luke Littler: World champ, licence holder, and now official heart-throb.
Who’s your No.1? Drop it below – the debate starts NOW. 🎯😍
