Luke Littler: World champion plans love and fewer darts for 2026!

Luke Littler: World champion plans love and fewer darts for 2026!

Luke Littler, who is just 18 years old and is considered one of the most promising talents in darts, recently announced his plans for the coming year. In an interview, he said that in 2026 he would like to spend less time playing darts in order to spend more time with his girlfriend Faith and his family. Littler explained that the intense commitments of being a world champion severely limited his free time, resulting in him having little time for personal relationships. Despite his impressive success, Littler feels the need to find a balance between work and personal life and hopes to soon be able to reflect on his previous achievements, which have rapidly accumulated since his debut in 2023.

In 2023, Littler enjoyed notable success. He won a total of seven tournaments, including the prestigious UK Open and the World Matchplay. He also took part in the World Series and the European Tour. His debut in the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) was a resounding success that quickly made him one of the best players in the world. The talented Englishman currently holds fourth place in the world rankings, further highlighting his impressive career.

Career highlights

Luke Littler's successes in his young career are numerous. His most notable achievements include:

• PDC World Darts Championship Finalist (2024)
• Premier League Darts Champion (2024)
• World Youth Champion (2023)
• World Series of Darts Titel: Bahrain Masters (2024), US Darts Masters (2024)
• Europäischer Tour-Sieger (2024)
• Players Championship Titelgewinner (2024)
• Multiple Nine-Dart Finishes in Televised Events: 4 in 2024

Of particular note, Littler is the youngest finalist in the history of the World Darts Championship as well as the youngest Premier League champion. He was characterized by a courageous and decisive game and had a high hit rate.

Growing challenges

Despite his successes, Littler faces the challenge of maintaining balance between his professional and personal life. The constant competition and frequent travel over the past two years have made it difficult for him to find time for his girlfriend and family. In 2026 he wants to change this by planning trips with his loved ones and taking his mind off the darts scene.

Littler’s influence on darts is further strengthened by his impressive statistics. With career earnings of over £1.25 million and an outstanding win rate of 72 per cent, he shows not only talent but also a remarkable ability to play under pressure.

In a world that can often be overwhelming for young talent, Luke Littler remains humble and focused, whilst also having the exciting prospect of a brilliant future in darts. Fans will be excited to see how he continues his journey as he learns to find the balance between athletic success and personal relationships.

Reporting on Littler can be found on, among other places 112.ua and DartsStats.com.