In the heart of Leicester’s Mattioli Arena, where the sharp crack of darts hitting the board echoes like thunderclaps and the crowd’s roars rival a rock concert, 18-year-old sensation Luke Littler is scripting another chapter in his fairy-tale ascent. Today, October 12, 2025, he stands on the precipice of immortality, facing off against world number one Luke Humphries in the BoyleSports World Grand Prix final—a £600,000 showdown that could net the victor a cool £120,000 and the iconic Sid Waddell Trophy. But amid the high-stakes drama of this double-in, double-out gauntlet, there’s a softer story unfolding off the oche: the quiet support of Littler’s new girlfriend, 19-year-old beautician Faith Millar, whose presence in the stands has become as much a fixture as his trademark fist pumps.
Faith Millar, a poised and radiant brunette from the Midlands, first captured the darts world’s attention in May 2025, when she and Littler—affectionately dubbed “The Nuke” for his explosive scoring—went public with their romance. What began as a spark of friendship amid the whirlwind of his Premier League commitments blossomed into something deeper, with the pair sharing a tender kiss after his quarter-final triumph at the World Matchplay in Blackpool. Millar, with her effortless style and unwavering poise, has since been a constant companion, jetting across continents to cheer him on. From the sun-soaked streets of New York ahead of the US Darts Masters in June—where she draped an arm around him in a candid Instagram snap, both beaming under sunglasses—to the electric atmosphere of the Australian Darts Masters in August, her role has evolved from fan to anchor. “She’s a lovely lady, Faith,” Littler gushed in a recent interview, his boyish grin betraying the depth of his affection. There, Down Under, she watched him dismantle Mike De Decker 8-4 for yet another title, her cheers cutting through the hecklers as he quipped post-match, “The darts did the talking.”
Their story isn’t without its shadows. As Littler’s fame skyrocketed—propelled by his 2025 World Championship glory at Alexandra Palace, where he avenged his 2024 final heartbreak against Humphries by toppling Michael van Gerwen—the spotlight intensified. The couple has weathered a storm of online trolls, their relationship fodder for cruel speculation and abuse. Littler, no stranger to the digital minefield after hiring a social media specialist during his previous romance with Eloise Milburn, took preemptive steps. “I warned her about the trolls before we went public,” he revealed candidly, his voice steady with protectiveness. “They want to ruin us, but we’re stronger for it.” Millar, ever resilient, has stood firm, her visible delight in the stands during his World Grand Prix quarter-final epic against Gerwyn Price a testament to their bond. There, as Littler staged a “now or never” comeback from 2-0 down—capping it with a blistering 152 checkout in the decider—she lit up the arena with her smiles, her presence a silent vow of solidarity.
For Littler, whose journey from Warrington takeaway shifts to millionaire status (with his company, Luke Littler Darts Ltd, reporting over £1 million in the last tax year) has been meteoric, Millar’s support adds a grounding layer to the frenzy. Estimated at £1.6 million net worth before turning 18, he’s amassed a fortune that would make most dream—six-figure endorsements, a £6,000-a-month family home, and a cabinet bulging with majors: the Worlds, UK Open, World Matchplay, and more. Yet, the Grand Prix remains his white whale, a first-round flop in 2024 fueling this year’s redemption quest. His path here was a blaze of brilliance: a 2-0 whitewash of Gian van Veen in the opener, featuring two of the three highest averages in event history; a clinical 3-0 over defending champ De Decker; that heart-stopping 3-2 thriller over Price, where he admitted, “I just said that it’s now or never—you have to switch on, find those trebles and not stay on the wire for the entire match”; and a semi-final demolition of Jonny Clayton 5-1, sealed by a spiteful 140 checkout that “killed Jonny off a little,” as he laughed.
Now, the final looms at 8pm BST—a best-of-11-sets rematch with Humphries, the 2023 champ gunning for back-to-back glory after his 2024 runner-up finish to De Decker. Their rivalry is darts’ hottest ticket: 24 meetings, Littler leading 14-10 overall, but trailing 3-2 in TV major finals, including Humphries’ May Premier League playoff conquest (11-8). “I definitely owe him one for the Premier League,” Littler declared, eyes flashing with fire. “Luke’s had a very good record. He’s lost the last two and won one himself. But for myself it’s all new pretty much. Same as last year in the Matchplay—I lost the first round and went on to win it. Hopefully I can get the win tomorrow and I’m even more on his back for the No. 1 spot.” Humphries, reaching his third straight Grand Prix final alongside legends Phil Taylor and Michael van Gerwen, echoed the mutual respect: “I’ve won the last three major finals I’ve been in, so hopefully it goes well for me. If it doesn’t, then you have to accept that you’re going to have to lose some major finals. But I feel really confident.” His semi-final grind past Danny Noppert 5-3 showcased his steel, racing to 3-0 before holding off a fightback with a blistering final set.
Pundits salivate over the prospect. “What a final we’ve got,” one analyst enthused. “Humphries doesn’t fear Littler because he’s beaten him in major finals and vice-versa. It doesn’t deflate your opponent. They’re the top two players in the world. They keep getting to finals and they know each other’s games inside and out. It will be played in a rhythm that will suit them both but it will be some final.” For Littler, victory isn’t just about the payday—£120,000 to swell his coffers—or ticking off another major from his “one of every” checklist. It’s personal: closing the world No. 1 gap, silencing the doubters, and sharing the glory with Millar, who’s expected in the crowd, her support a beacon amid the chaos.
As the arena fills with 3,000 fervent fans—live on Sky Sports—the air thickens with possibility. Littler, the prodigy who’s won all 11 of his major semis (lifting six trophies), steps up with Millar’s quiet strength bolstering him. “I think me and Luke is the biggest game in darts,” he said. “Whether it’s a final, whether it’s a first round, whether it’s a semi-final—we bring the best out of each other.” In a format that punishes the hesitant, where doubles are both gatekeeper and executioner, this Luke vs. Luke clash promises fireworks. For Faith Millar, it’s more than a match—it’s witnessing the boy she loves chase eternity, one arrow at a time. And if his darts fly true, the payday will be sweet, but the shared triumph? Priceless.
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