Luke Littler has banked a handsome £80,000 after beating Michael Smith to win the World Series of Darts on Sunday night.
The teenager has enjoyed a stunning year so far, ever since bursting onto the scene at the World Darts Championship at the tail end of 2023.
And Littler boosted his growing reputation once more on Sunday as he added a third title to his collection.
The youngster overcame the likes of Raymond van Barneveld, Chris Dobey, Michael van Gerwen and Smith on his way to claiming victory.
Luke Littler has banked a handsome £80,000 after beating Michael Smith to win the World Series of Darts on Sunday night
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He won the final 11-4 and, speaking after his win, admitted he was hungry for more success going forward.
“This time last year I was playing on the Development Tour; my name was getting mentioned," he said.
"But after the World Championship, everyone knew who I was.
“I’m going to keep building on this and winning more.
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"It’s a busy schedule coming up and I’m ready for it.”
He continued: "I'm really happy to get the win here this weekend.
"Played unbelievable, I have to say, all weekend but the fans they were really good throughout the tournament and I'm happy to come out the winner.
"Tonight I felt like no one could beat me, I felt on top of the world as anyone would.
"Especially when I'm putting in silly numbers.
"That goes to show why I've come here as the number one seed."
Littler also revealed he was no longer idolising Van Barneveld and Van Gerwen because he's proven he can beat them.
"I wouldn't say I look up to them as I'm playing with them now," he added.
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Luke Littler was proud after beating Michael Smith to win the World Series of Darts
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"I used to look up to them and now I'm beating them."
Smith, meanwhile, has admitted he's disappointed by his failure to reign supreme.
"I just didn't do anything in the final," he said.
"It never happened for me, but I was lucky to be in the final. It's another runner-up trophy, which I've collected quite a few of over the years."
Luke Littler now has three pro titles to his name after beating Michael Smith to win the World Series of Darts
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Smith is, however, optimistic that he can pick up silverware in the future following his impressive run to the final.
"This weekend puts me in good stead; I've had a bit of time off and now I'm ready to get back practicing hard for the rest of the year," he continued.
