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One more step is missing: Littler is in the final of the Darts World Cup
Luke Littler plays dominantly and gives Ryan Searle no chance in the semi-final. The 18-year-old tournament favorite is now close to winning the next World Cup title.
Luke Littler is the first player to reach the final of the World Darts Championship and is now just one step away from defending his title. The 18-year-old Englishman clearly won the first semi-final at Alexandra Palace in London 6-1 against Ryan Searle.
“It was very good and I’m very happy,” Littler said on DAZN. “When your opponent keeps throwing 140, 180 and then 140 again, you have to feel comfortable and that’s what I did.”
105 points on average
Littler improved tremendously after beating the outsider and world number 20. initially fell behind 0-1. His average ended up being more than 105 points.
The Englishman Searle, who had eliminated German number one Martin Schindler during the tournament, was unable to reach this level and failed to put the favorite in trouble. Littler will be in the final for the third time at his third World Cup on Saturday.
dpa