Luke Littler’s classy response despite suffering heartbreaking defeat to Humphries in World Darts Championship final
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LUKE LITTLER'S classy response to his agonising World Championship final loss against Luke Humphries has been hailed by fans.
And darts lovers reckon Littler's 7-4 loss at the Ally Pally against the world No1 will be just the start of a thrilling long-running rivalry between the two Englishmen.
Luke the Nuke, 16, led 4-2 and missed big opportunities - but put aside his own frustration to clap and hug Humphries.
The Warrington whizkid even appeared to gently guide his conqueror back to the centre of the oche rather than risk taking some of his spotlight.
One viewer posted: "Littler will be back".
And another said of Humphries' triumph: "Well deserved - these two will be seeing a lot of each other in big finals."
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Littler himself said: “I have gained a lot of experience.
"A lot of people know me now, they look up to me, I am happy. I am happy with getting to the final. It has been a rollercoaster.”
Praise for the high-quality contest came flooding in from fans.
One said of Humphries: "You cannot begrudge him that, what a performance."
"Absolutely incredible performance" was another verdict.
And this assessment spoke for many: "What a great sport and nice guy Humphries is, deserves to be champion. Luke the Nuke will be back!"
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