Luke Littler delivered yet another jaw-dropping performance on the big stage as the teenage sensation floored Gerwyn Price to book his place in the World Darts Masters final. In a semi-final packed with tension, noise and quality, Littler showed composure far beyond his years, overpowering one of the sport’s most feared competitors when it mattered most. The clash had been billed as a serious test of the youngster’s credentials, and Littler passed it with authority.
From the opening legs, it was clear this would not be a cagey affair. Price, known for his explosive scoring and emotional intensity, came out firing, matching Littler dart for dart in the early exchanges. The Welshman’s power scoring put immediate pressure on the teenager, but Littler refused to blink. His timing on the big scores was immaculate, repeatedly finding the treble 20 at crucial moments to hold throw and keep the scoreboard ticking over.
As the match settled, Littler began to impose his rhythm. His finishing, an area that often defines matches at this level, was razor sharp. While Price occasionally left himself frustrated after missed opportunities on the outer ring, Littler punished almost every opening. Big checkouts swung momentum firmly in his favour, drawing loud reactions from the crowd and visibly rattling his opponent.
Price did his best to disrupt the flow. There were moments when the former world champion tried to crank up the intensity, urging the crowd on and celebrating big legs in trademark fashion. But Littler remained ice-cool throughout, barely reacting, focused solely on the board in front of him. That calmness proved decisive. Even when Price clawed back legs to keep the contest alive, Littler always seemed to have an answer.
The middle phase of the match felt like the turning point. With Price threatening a comeback, Littler produced a stunning burst of darts, including heavy scoring legs and clinical finishes that shifted the pressure straight back onto the Welshman. Each time Price missed a chance to level or move ahead, Littler stepped in and capitalised. It was the sort of ruthless efficiency usually associated with seasoned champions, not a player still in his teens.
By the closing stages, the outcome began to feel inevitable. Price’s frustration was evident, while Littler looked increasingly relaxed, feeding off the atmosphere without letting it distract him. A composed final leg sealed a famous victory, sparking huge celebrations from the crowd and further underlining the sense that darts is witnessing the rise of something special.
This win is more than just another result for Littler. Beating Gerwyn Price on a stage like the World Darts Masters, in a semi-final no less, is a statement to the entire field. Price has built a reputation as one of the most intimidating figures in modern darts, particularly in big matches, and Littler did not just survive the test — he controlled it.
For fans, the performance reinforced why excitement around Littler continues to grow at a remarkable rate. His blend of fearless scoring, deadly finishing and unshakeable temperament sets him apart, and nights like this only add to the belief that he is already capable of mixing it with the very best in the game. Reaching the Masters final by flooring a player of Price’s calibre is another milestone in a career that seems to be accelerating at incredible speed.
As Littler now turns his attention to the final, the message is clear. He is not simply participating in these elite tournaments anymore — he is shaping them. And if this semi-final victory is anything to go by, the World Darts Masters may yet belong to the teenager everyone is still trying to stop.
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