Luke Littler Acknowledges Fans’ Fatigue Following World Masters Victory Over Mike De Decker
Luke Littler has expressed concern about fans possibly growing weary of his victories in professional darts. This statement comes on the heels of his narrow win against Mike De Decker in the first round of the Winmau World Masters on Friday in Milton Keynes.
Match Highlights
The match was filled with drama and showcased Littler’s resilience. He faced a match dart from De Decker, who had been leading the contest. However, Littler managed to stage a comeback, pushing the match to a deciding set where he secured a 3-2 victory.
- Event: Winmau World Masters
- Date: Recent Friday
- Location: Milton Keynes
- Score: Luke Littler 3 – 2 Mike De Decker
Performance and Reactions
During the match, Littler nearly achieved a stunning nine-darter. De Decker had won back-to-back sets and was on the verge of a 3-1 triumph before Littler’s significant comeback. After the match, Littler reflected on how his growing successes have prompted some audience members to support his opponents during crucial moments.
Littler mentioned a famous incident involving footballer Wayne Rooney, who addressed fans’ reactions during the 2010 World Cup. He noted, “People are getting bored of me, Luke (Humphries), and Gian (van Veen) winning.” This statement indicates his awareness of fans’ desires for new champions in the sport.
Up Next for Littler
Littler’s next challenge will be against Ross Smith in the second round. The match will form part of a busy Saturday schedule at the Winmau World Masters.
Saturday’s Second-Round Schedule
| Time (GMT) | Matchup |
|---|---|
| 1300 | Damon Heta vs. Chris Dobey |
| 1300 | Gary Anderson vs. James Wade |
| 1300 | Gian van Veen vs. Nathan Aspinall |
| 1300 | Jonny Clayton vs. Gerwyn Price |
| 1900 | Rob Cross vs. Josh Rock |
| 1900 | Stephen Bunting vs. Danny Noppert |
| 1900 | Luke Littler vs. Ross Smith |
| 1900 | Luke Humphries vs. Luke Woodhouse |
Fans can look forward to an exciting lineup as the tournament progresses, with Littler aiming to continue his success. Stay tuned to Filmogaz.com for updates on this thrilling event in the world of darts.