Luke Littler achieved a significant milestone by winning his first World Matchplay title, overcoming James Wade with an 18-13 scoreline. This victory established Littler as the fifth player in history to claim the PDC Triple Crown, which includes titles in the World Championship, Matchplay, and Premier League. Littler showcased exceptional skill, recording 17 180s and averaging 107. Moreover, he set a tournament record with 64 maximums, surpassing the previous record of 56 held by Adrian Lewis. Littler expressed immense joy, highlighting the importance of this victory and his ongoing ambition to win more major titles.
Littler claimed a hard-fought 18-13 victory at the Winter Gardens to become the fifth player to win the PDC triple crown.
Wade was in his seventh Matchplay final 18 years on from his solitary success in 2007, which came six months after Littler was born.
Littler's scoring power in a high-quality contest proved decisive he hit 17 180s to Wade's six in averaging 107 and set a new tournament record of 64 maximums.
Littler told Sky Sports: It means absolutely everything. Now my name is on this trophy and I can say I've completed the Triple Crown.
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