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'Now or never' - Littler fightback seals semi spot

'Now or never' - Littler fightback seals semi spot

Summary

Luke Littler, a world champion darts player, won a dramatic match against Gerwyn Price to advance to the semi-finals of the World Grand Prix in Leicester. Littler made a strong comeback despite being two sets down and eventually secured his victory with a key double 16 throw. He will compete against Jonny Clayton in the semi-finals.

Key Facts

  • Luke Littler is ranked second in the PDC world rankings, behind Luke Humphries.
  • Littler defeated Gerwyn Price 3-2 in the World Grand Prix quarter-final.
  • Price won the World Grand Prix in 2020.
  • Littler made a crucial 152 checkout to win the final deciding leg.
  • The semi-finals will feature matches between Luke Littler and Jonny Clayton, and Luke Humphries against Danny Noppert.
  • Jonny Clayton won his quarter-final 3-0 against Dirk van Duijvenbode.
  • Luke Humphries and Danny Noppert both won their quarter-finals with scores of 3-1.

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