18-Year-Old Darts Champion Enjoys Gaming After Historic World Championship Victory

After an unforgettable victory at the 2025 World Darts Championship, 18-year-old Luke Littler is soaking in the fame that comes with being the youngest-ever winner of the prestigious tournament.

Littler’s victory over Michael van Gerwen at Alexandra Palace earlier this month secured him a £500,000 prize and propelled him into the global spotlight.

Gaming and Celebrations: The Teenager’s New Routine

While Littler’s professional darts career continues to soar, he’s also embracing the normal life of a teenager.

Part of that includes indulging in his love for video games and streaming them live for his fans.

On Tuesday, during a live stream on TikTok, Littler displayed his competitive side in a virtual penalty shootout on FC 25 (previously FIFA).

In the game, Littler’s opponent missed a penalty, and Littler was quick to save the final shot to secure his victory. His reaction was electric.

Standing up, he yelled into the camera: “Get in! Cmon! Woo!” His fans were delighted, with one even joking that Littler’s celebration of saving a virtual penalty was more intense than his reaction to winning £500,000 at the World Darts Championship.

From Tears to Celebrations: Littler’s Emotional Journey

Littler’s emotional response to his victory in the World Darts Championship was raw and heartfelt.

After sealing the win, the teenager burst into tears of joy.

Despite his usual reserved nature, his passion for gaming clearly knows no bounds.

The teenager’s gaming persona has also been a hit, as he’s formed a friendship with the popular streamer AngryGinge, who frequently supports Littler’s darts journey.

A Birthday Stream and a Low-Key Celebration

Since winning the championship, Littler has enjoyed a bit of downtime.

When he turned 18, he chose a quiet celebration at home, live streaming a game of FIFA with his followers.

Despite his newfound fame, Littler remains grounded, enjoying simple pleasures like playing games with friends and streaming his experiences.

Fans flocked to TikTok to wish him a happy birthday while watching the world champion enjoy his special day.

A Rapid Rise to Fame and Beyond the Oche

Littler’s triumph at the World Championship was just the beginning of his meteoric rise.

The teenager has earned more than £1.6 million in prize money from his darts career so far, with additional income from sponsorships that have propelled him into the spotlight.

Since his World Championship win, Littler has been named second in the BBC Sports Personality of the Year, appeared on the cover of Forbes, and even received a Brit Award.

In just a short time, Littler has helped bring darts into the mainstream and become one of the sport’s biggest stars, transcending the oche and becoming a household name worldwide.

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