Luke Littler has announced his decision to skip the upcoming BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards ceremony, despite being a nominee for the prestigious accolade. He has expressed his belief that Lando Norris is likely to clinch the top honor.
At just 18 years old, known as ‘The Nuke,’ Littler is among the six contenders vying for the coveted award, competing with the likes of Norris, Rory McIlroy, Chloe Kelly, Hannah Hampton, and Ellie Kildunne. Although he was also nominated last year, losing to Olympic gold medalist Keely Hodgkinson.
While Littler is once again in contention following an outstanding year, he has prioritized his focus on his upcoming match against either Mario Vandenbogaerde or David Davies, scheduled two days after the awards ceremony on December 18.
In response to queries about attending the ceremony, Littler stated, “No, I’m not going. I’m not attending. I believe the top three favorites in the betting odds will likely be there, and my bet is on Lando winning.”
Reflecting on his year, Littler pondered, “I’ve only missed out on four major wins this year. If I had secured them, would that have made a difference? Who knows – but best of luck to the eventual winner.”
For the following days, Littler plans to relax at home, but he intends to catch Manchester United’s match against Bournemouth on Monday night, as he is a dedicated fan of the Red Devils.
Having advanced to the next round at Ally Pally with a convincing 3-0 victory over Darius Labanauskas, Littler encountered an unexpected visitor, a wasp, during his post-match interview with Sky. Despite the challenges, he expressed contentment with his performance and emphasized the importance of the first round in the tournament.
As the World Darts Championship approaches, Littler, the reigning champion and youngest player to claim the title, is poised for a title defense at a sold-out Ally Pally, with Luke Humphries hot on his trail. The event promises exciting matches and rivalries, featuring insights from top contenders and expert analysis.
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