Darts fans around the world couldn’t believe the shocking result
LUKE LITTLER’S unbeaten run was ended at FIFTEEN matches by World No.70 Maik Kuivenhoven.
The 17-year-old had gone on a winning streak after taking victory in the World Series finals and then Players Championship 20.
But the teen sensation was finally downed by Dutch star Kuivenhoven 6-3 in their last 16 clash in Wigan on Wednesday night.
However, it didn’t seem to bother ‘The Nuke’ as he posted on Instagram: “Enjoyed the last few days for sure.”
Michael van Gerwen, who Littler beat in the World Series semis on Sunday night, went on to win in Wigan, beating Dave Chisnall 8-7 in the final, with an average just shy of 107.
MVG said: “I played really well, the scoring power was there.
“Then this game can be a bit easier.
“I’m pleased with my performance, I’m using my darts and they are going well.
“Everybody is a winner.
“In loads of these, I’ve underperformed. To be back on this tour and to win one, it feels good of course.
“I want to win, I want to perform. I know there’s still a lot more to gain and a lot more to fight for.
“I should have won the Matchplay, I gave that one away. That’s part of darts as well. It is what it is.
“For me the most important thing is that I keep believing. It gives you joy, it gives you pleasure.
“There’s still a lot to work for. You need to make sure you are ready.”
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