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luke littler They have made the surprise move of entering the World Youth Championship qualifiers just a day after securing another major title.
Littler swept aside Luke Humphries on sunday night Won his first World Grand PrixLeading to a 6–1 win at Leicester.
The 18-year-old has now turned his focus to the World Youth Championship, a tournament he won ahead of his successful run in 2023. World Darts Championship Final next month.
The World Youth Championship allows players aged 16 to 23 to compete, meaning Littler – still in his teens – is eligible despite being ranked second in the world.
“It’s true (he’s playing qualifiers),” Littler said. sky sports After their win at Leicester. “I’ll go to World Youths tomorrow and meet everyone and have a bit of fun.
“I don’t think anyone will be my friend tomorrow, but there are still 20 minutes left and I will try my best. I could take a day off, but why not? Play the World Youth, then play two Pro Tours in Wigan and have the weekend off.”
Littler opted to skip last year’s edition of the event, which was won by Dutchman Gian Van Veen, who will join the reigning world champion in Monday’s qualifier at Robin Park Leisure Center in Wigan.
organized by pdcThe event consists of a round-robin group stage – consisting of 32 groups of four players – before the knockouts begin with a last-64 stage.
The top two players from the qualifiers will advance to the tournament final in Minehead, which will be played before 23 November. Players Championship Final on the same day.