Luke Littler has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing 100 Premier League maximums in just eight weeks, reaching the century mark twice as fast as any of his rivals.
The 18-year-old world champion hit this impressive landmark during Night Eight at Newcastle's Utilita Arena.
Littler's achievement came during another standout performance where he continued to dominate the competition.
The Warrington teenager nicknamed 'The Nuke', has been in sensational form throughout the Premier League campaign.
Luke Littler has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing 100 Premier League maximums in just eight weeks, reaching the century mark twice as fast as any of his rivals
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His maximum-hitting prowess has put him in a league of his own compared to fellow competitors.
Littler's evening began with boos from the Newcastle crowd as he walked out for his opener against Stephen Bunting.
The Manchester United fan responded defiantly by pointing his finger to his ear.
Despite the hostile reception, Littler had support from Newcastle United defender Dan Burn, with the Magpies hero spotted singing and dancing at the start of the night.
When Littler hit his first maximum with his very first visit to the oche, his response to the crowd was telling.
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A fourth nightly win for Luke Littler as he beats Stephen Bunting, Rob Cross and Luke Humphries on Night Eight!
He moves eight points clear at the top of the table!
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He simply looked to the side and nodded his head, letting his darts do the talking.
Littler had begun the evening on 92 maximums from the first seven nights of Premier League action.
This was more than double the tally of his nearest rival Luke Humphries, who had 44, with Michael van Gerwen in third place on 39.
By the time Littler reached his century, Humphries remained far behind on 45 and MVG on 43.
Against Bunting, Littler added five more 180s to reach 97 maximums.
The magical 100 mark came during his semi-final against Rob Cross, when he hit two 180s in quick succession.
By the end of the night, Littler had increased his total to 102 maximums.
Littler's performance throughout the night was nothing short of dominant, beginning with a 6-0 destruction of Stephen Bunting.
During that match, he averaged around 110, finishing with a brilliant 110 checkout.
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In the semi-final against Rob Cross, Littler raced to a 3-0 lead before Cross managed to get on the board.
Littler eventually secured a comfortable 6-3 victory over Voltage.
The final against Humphries proved equally one-sided, with Littler cruising to a 6-1 win in what was described as a "tired-looking final."
This completed a perfect night for the teenage sensation.
Luke Littler extended his lead at the top of the Premier League table by crushing Luke Humphries last night
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Fans were quick to react to Littler's extraordinary achievement on social media.
One supporter commented: "The guys in another league. That's crazy and surely will get 180 180s in the Premier League."
Another viewer was equally impressed, writing: "That will be a stunning stat the moment he reaches 180! I wouldn't be surprised if he goes past 200."
A third fan put Littler's achievement in historical context: "Madness that, mad he wont get half of Taylor's world titles but stats wise probs be best ever."