In a nail-biting showdown, Luke Littler triumphed over Ryan Joyce to secure his spot in the quarter-finals of the World Darts Championship. The 17-year-old faced tough competition but managed to clinch victory with a final 4-3 scoreline after a tense battle at Alexandra Palace. Despite some struggles with finishing, Littler’s determination shone through as he overcame Joyce’s resilience and secured his spot in the next round. With defending champion Luke Humphries out of the picture, Littler stands as the highest-seeded player left in the tournament. His next challenge awaits in a face-off against Nathan Aspinall in the quarter-finals.
The night also saw Michael van Gerwen advance to the last eight after a hard-fought win over Jeffrey de Graaf. Van Gerwen showcased his skill and composure, sealing his victory with an impressive performance and setting his sights on claiming his fourth world title. The upcoming quarter-finals promise more thrilling matchups, with top players like Peter Wright, Chris Dobey, and Gerwyn Price set to take center stage as they battle for darts supremacy.
As anticipation builds for the next round of matches on New Year’s Day, fans can expect more excitement and drama as these darts legends vie for glory on one of the biggest stages in the sport. Stay tuned to witness who will emerge victorious in this high-stakes competition live on Sky Sports!
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