Grand Slam of Darts 2024: Luke Littler crowned champion in sensationally-quick fashion after 16-3 victory over Martin Lukeman

Luke Littler triumphed with a remarkable 16-3 win against Martin Lukeman, securing the title of Grand Slam of Darts champion.

Lukeman secured victories in the initial two matches on Sunday night in Wolverhampton. However, Littler made an impressive comeback by winning 15 consecutive legs, ultimately taking the win and earning his first major TV ranking title during his first full year in the PDC circuit.

This achievement brought him £150,000 in winnings and propelled the 17-year-old to the fifth spot in the PDC Order of Merit. He is now considered the frontrunner for the World Darts Championship, which is set to begin next month.

After trailing 2-0, Littler made a strong comeback with two breaks of his opponent's throw, executing an impressive 124 checkout and finishing with an 11-dart leg. This allowed him to take a 3-2 lead while maintaining an average of over 110 in the first session.

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The 17-year-old player was on fire, winning eight consecutive legs to take a commanding 8-2 lead, while hitting 180s with ease. Lukeman was completely shut out and found himself in a tough position, needing to step up his game to have any chance of turning things around.

As the phrase "there's only one Luke Littler" echoed throughout Wolverhampton, Littler scored a 100 on the D10 board and then secured a win on D12, taking a 10-2 lead. He then landed a double top, putting him just five legs away from a swift victory.

As Littler kept landing impressive throws and hitting treble after treble, he was just one leg shy of winning after securing 15 consecutive legs. Although he managed to hit a single 12, leaving him with a score of 170, he was unable to finish it off. Lukeman seized the opportunity to break Littler's streak, making the score 15-3. The crowd rallied behind him as he celebrated in a somewhat ironic fashion.

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It was just one round later when Littler secured victory over D6, wrapping up an incredible season by claiming the Eric Bristow Trophy.

Littler achieved an impressive total of 60 scores of 180 throughout the tournament, setting a new Grand Slam record. This victory marks his tenth tournament win in his debut year as a professional—a feat previously accomplished only by legends Phil Taylor, Michael van Gerwen, and Peter Wright.

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"I was really pleased with how I did. The highlight for me was when the confetti fell. That's the moment we all strive for," Littler shared with Sky Sports.

The World Championship transformed me and my skills. As the months have passed, I’ve been adjusting to everything. It seems I’ll need to continue adapting for quite a while.

"This is one of the wins I was really hoping for. My overall record isn't perfect, but it's fine at this point. I aimed to make it far in this competition, and now that I've achieved that, it feels even more rewarding. It proves I’m still in the game."

"What will I do to celebrate? I'll head back home and spend some time playing on my Xbox..."

"I realized that if I manage to win the tournament and get hold of the trophy—although that's still a long way off—I could find myself ranked fifth in the world... fifth in just ten months," Littler mentioned.

"There are still two more ranking tournaments left, so I’m hoping to improve my position beyond fifth place."

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"Oh, he's something else altogether," Lukeman remarked.

That's why I was really hoping Luke would step out. I thought, with Gary Anderson there, maybe I’d have a small chance, but he's really amazing, isn’t he?

"He has made significant contributions to the PDC and the sport as a whole, attracting new fans and sponsorships. The highlight was his inclusion in this year's Premier League; it was the best decision they could have made."

I wish him and his family all the best. They seem like wonderful kids. Keep enjoying your FIFA games, my friend!

"I promise I'll get in touch with you soon!"

Grand Slam Of Darts: Final Day Highlights

Semi-Final Highlights: What Went Down?

Littler advanced to the final after an unforgettable match with Gary Anderson, edging out Anderson with a nail-biting 16-15 victory in the final leg.

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The match started off quite intense between the two-time world champion and Littler, with the score standing at 6-4. Both competitors showcased their skills by successfully executing impressive 124 checkouts.

In the second session, Anderson showcased his top form, finishing with impressive scores of 164 and 142, which put him ahead 8-7 against 'Nuke.' The 'Flying Scotsman' was on a roll, winning four legs in a row.

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Anderson then scored seven consecutive legs to take an 11-8 advantage, showcasing an impressive average of over 112 during this outstanding performance. The 53-year-old went into the final break with a 12-8 lead, clearly approaching the finish line.

Littler remained undeterred and made a comeback, closing the gap to just one leg. He finally achieved the crucial break in the 28th leg, tying the scores at 14-14. This set up a thrilling final leg to determine the winner.

He then began to achieve his highest scores just for the thrill of it, and after dropping his score from 121 to 24, he landed a D12 to secure his place in the final on his first attempt. This extended Anderson's wait for a Grand Slam title to 17 years following an intense match.

Lukeman reached the final by defeating Mickey Mansell with a score of 16-12.

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The 'Smash' made a key 122 checkout that ignited the competition, and after several important breaks, established a commanding 14-10 advantage.

Mansell fought hard and maintained his scoring, but Lukeman lit it up in the final session with an average of 110, sealing the match by hitting double 8. This victory advanced him to the most significant match of his career and made him the first qualifier holding a Tour card to reach the Grand Slam final.

The upcoming live darts event on Sky Sports is the World Darts Championship, kicking off on Sunday, December 15. You can catch every match live on Sky Sports Darts all the way through the final on Friday, January 3. You can also stream darts and other events without a long-term commitment by signing up for a Month or Day membership on NOW.