Melbourne, Australia – Teenage darts sensation Luke Littler has hit back at accusations of cheating after securing the Australian Darts Masters title, insisting he won the tournament “fair and square.”
The 17-year-old prodigy, who has taken the darting world by storm, lifted his latest trophy in Melbourne after a dominant performance. However, a vocal group of fans on social media claimed Littler benefited from questionable calls or unfair advantages during the competition.
Littler, known for his cool demeanor on the oche, didn’t hold back in his response.
“I saw some of the comments saying I cheated my way to the title—absolute nonsense,” he said in a post-match press conference. “I practice hours every day, I hit my doubles when it matters, and I won fair and square. If people can’t accept that, it’s their problem, not mine.”
The Warrington-born star, who burst onto the scene with his incredible World Championship run earlier this year, has faced both adulation and scrutiny in equal measure. Some critics have suggested that his rapid rise has led to preferential treatment from officials, though no formal complaints were lodged during the tournament.
Darts legend and commentator Wayne Mardle came to Littler’s defense, stating: “Luke’s talent is undeniable. To suggest he cheated is ridiculous. The kid’s precision speaks for itself.”
Littler’s victory in Australia marks another milestone in his meteoric career, further cementing his status as one of the sport’s brightest young stars. As for the doubters? He had one final message:
“Keep talking—I’ll keep winning.”
The next stop for Littler is the World Matchplay in Blackpool, where he’ll look to silence any remaining critics with his darts.
