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Littler Driven by History as He Seeks World Darts Defence

  • by Sports World Zone Staff

Making history has become second nature for Luke Littler but that does not mean he has lost any motivation to keep making more, with his sights now set on going back-to-back at the World Darts Championship.

Van Gerwen Targets Fourth World Championship in 2026

  • by Sports World Zone Staff

Michael van Gerwen is ready to put his "worst year ever" to bed by starting 2026 with a fourth World Darts Championship title. MVG's 2025 highlight came when he won the World Series Finals by beating Luke Littler in the final having defeated Josh Rock in the semi-finals and Luke Humphries in the…

World Darts Championship 2026: Full Schedule & Fixtures

  • by Sports World Zone Staff

Luke Littler will begin his World Darts Championship defence against Darius Labanauskas on Thursday December 11, live on Sky Sports. As is customary, the defending champion will play on the opening night with the intriguing clash between 2023 world champion Michael Smith and Lisa Ashton also on the…

Littler's instant reaction to World Darts draw

  • by Sports World Zone Staff

Monday 24 November 2025 18:17, UK Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Watch Luke Littler's instant reaction to the World Darts Championship draw as he is set to face Darius Labanauskas.

Van Veen Retains World Youth Title 6-3

  • by Sports World Zone Staff

Beau Greaves - who edged out Luke Littler to secure her spot in the World Youth Championship final - saw her dreams shattered by Gian van Veen in Minehead.

Littler Dominates as Humphries Shock Exit

  • by Sports World Zone Staff

Defending champion Luke Humphries suffered a shock first-round exit at the Players Championship Finals to Gian van Veen on Friday night at Butlin's Minehead.

Wade Disappointed After Mansell Snubs Handshake

  • by Sports World Zone Staff

James Wade said he was "disheartened" that his opponent Mickey Mansell would not respond to their frosty handshake after his victory at the Players Championship Finals.

Littler and Humphries Gear Up for World Championship Rematch

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Luke Littler and Luke Humphries intend to continue their rivalry through the Players Championship Finals into next month's World Darts Championship. Littler and Humphries have pulled ahead of their other rivals and hope to meet in yet another final at Alexandra Palace.