Luke Littler's record destroyed by teenage sensation who is older than World Champ - Daily Star

Luke Littler's record destroyed by teenage sensation who is older than World ChampLuke Littler has taken the darts world by storm in the last 12 months, but he could soon be knocked off his

perch by a fellow teenager who is setting the Development Tour alightCommentsSportWill Schofield Senior Sports Reporter and Fraser Watson13:03, 24 Feb 2025Luke Littler might soon have a new

rival(Image: PA) Luke Littler might soon have a new rival to contend with.

The Nuke was just 16 when he made his first appearance at Ally Pally in December 2023, embarking on an incredible journey to the final where he was beaten by Luke Humphries.

‌ However, the following year saw him clinch the Premier League Darts title on his debut and take it a step further in January by defeating Michael van Gerwen in the sport's most prestigious

event.

‌ While his meteoric rise has shaken the darts world, those who knew Littler from the PDC Development Tour were already aware of his extraordinary talent.

But now, he might need to watch out for another rising star from the same ranks, 19-year-old Charlie Manby recently achieved a staggering 130.70 average in his latest PDC Development Tour

victory.

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Patrick Williams was the unfortunate opponent in Manby's 4-0 triumph. The match kicked off with a 180 from Manby and the first leg was won in 13 darts - his worst performance of the game.

A 10-dart leg followed, and he needed only 12 throws for the next two legs. His average also exceeded Littler's previous best on the tour before he graduated to the senior ranks, reports

Wales Online.

‌ Manby's single-match average is the highest ever recorded in the 15-year history of the development tournaments, surpassing Littler's best of 115.22, which he achieved in a 2023 match.

The nearest score to Manby's was 120.24, achieved by three separate players: Bradley Brooks, Gert Nentjes, and Owen Bates. This ranks Littler's average as the seventh highest in tour

history.

Article continues below However, the Warrington-born sensation is no stranger to breaking records.

During his first-round match in the most recent World Championship, he posted a set average of 140.91 against Ryan Meikle, the highest ever recorded at the tournament.