LUKE Littler has WON the World Matchplay in Blackpool – and has made HISTORY in the process! Teenage sensation Luke Littler made history by becoming the youngest triple crown winner ever,

Luke Littler made yet more history in his remarkable career as he defeated James Wade in the World Matchplay final to become just the fifth player in history to complete the 'Triple Crown' of PDC darts.

Littler completes the major set of three at the age of 18 by beating James Wade and taking his youngest winner tag in the process

Luke Littler has hit several nine-darters in his career before tonight, but Saturday night's nine-darter against Josh Rock was much more special. Littler was 'on throw' during the leg, meaning he threw first. Both Littler and Rock hit 180s during their two visits to the oche, both leaving 141.

At just 18 years old, Luke Littler has etched his name into darts history by claiming the World Matchplay title and joining an elite group of only five players to secure the sport's Triple Crown. The teenager's victory over James Wade in the final makes him the youngest champion in the tournament's history,

Luke Littler defeated James Wade in the World Matchplay final on Sunday evening as the 18-year-old was crowned champion in Blackpool before he was joined on stage by his girlfriend Faith Millar

Luke Littler was fresh off a close contest with Jermaine Wattimena and faced similar pressure in his quarterfinal game against Andrew Gilding. This time, he was the one trying to fend off a comeback, which he was able to do in a 16-14 thriller.

LUKE LITTLER has pushed back on Gary Anderson’s comments labelling young darts stars as ‘boring.’ Anderson, 54, lashed out at young players’ attitudes in his post-match