"Teen Prodigy Luke Littler Defies Odds to Reach Darts Championship Final Amid Personal Scrutiny"
Sixteen-year-old Luke Littler has reached the final of the PDC World Darts Championship, with a chance to win £500,000 and become the youngest ever winner. He will face the new world number one, Luke Humphries, at Alexandra Palace in London. Littler, ranked 164th coming into the tournament, has defeated notable players including 2018 champion Rob Cross and five-time world champion Raymond van Barneveld. The current record for the youngest winner is held by Michael van Gerwen, who won at age 24 in 2014. Littler has gained popularity for his relatable food choices and consistent pre-match routine.