Teenage sensation and reigning world champion Luke Littler has been awarded an MBE within the kings honours listing for his providers to the game of darts.
The 18-year-old has revolutionised the game, elevating the profile of the sport amongst thousands and thousands of individuals – particularly amongst the youthful technology.
In an interview with Sky Sports activities, Littler mentioned: “I’m very joyful for myself. I didn’t suppose I’d ever obtain one.
“I’m joyful, my household is joyful, and I can’t wait to obtain it.”
Recognition For A Dominant Duo
Littler isn’t the one darts begin to be recognised this yr.
World primary Luke Humphries has additionally been made an MBE, additional underlying the dominance of the 2 males at the moment main the game.
“I’m extremely proud. It’s clearly a proud second for my household as nicely,” Humphries mentioned.
“After I acquired the letter it was fairly sudden for me.
“It’s not one thing I used to be serious about so quickly in my profession.”
The Ones To Beat
Humphries and Littler have taken management of the world of darts, delivering constant high-level performances week in week out, setting a brand new benchmark of excellence within the sport.
Later immediately, the 2 will staff up for England within the World Cup of Darts, going through off towards the German duo of Ricardo Pietreczko and Martin Schindler within the spherical of 16.
The pair will intention to win England their sixth World Cup – and additional cement their dominance within the sport.
