Luke Littler's Dutch Darts Masters Journey Ends in Semi-Final Thriller
Luke Littler, the teenage darts sensation, has been eliminated from the Dutch Darts Masters 2025 after a thrilling semi-final clash with Stephen Bunting. The match, held in Den Bosch, Netherlands, ended 7-6 in Bunting’s favour, despite Littler recording an impressive three-dart average of 107.59, the highest of the tournament. Littler, who recently turned 18, had a strong start, leading 3-1, but Bunting fought back to level the score at 3-3. The pair traded blows until the deciding 13th leg, where Bunting sealed victory with an 11-dart finish.
Bunting, who won the Bahrain Darts Masters earlier this month, will now face Rob Cross in the final. Cross secured his place by defeating Gerwyn Price 7-3 in the other semi-final. Littler’s exit marks another setback in his quest for a second title since his World Darts Championship triumph in January, where he defeated Michael van Gerwen in the final. The young star had previously been knocked out of the Bahrain Masters by Price in the quarter-finals.
Littler’s focus remains on maintaining his form and avoiding distractions, including attention from fans and the media. He recently revealed that he has been ignoring requests from girls to meet up, stating that he is wary of people being drawn to his newfound fame and wealth. Littler’s next opportunity to add to his trophy cabinet will be at the Winmau World Masters in Milton Keynes, which begins on January 30.
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