Young darts sensation Luke Littler has shared the hilarious story of how he unintentionally snubbed football icon David Beckham in a social media exchange.

The 17-year-old, who is already a rising star in the darts world, became the youngest-ever PDC world champion after defeating Michael van Gerwen earlier this year.

How the Darts Pro Ended Up Missing Beckham’s Message

As Littler’s career skyrocketed, he found himself interacting with some of the most famous sports figures, including Manchester United legend Beckham.

However, in a funny twist, Littler revealed how he initially missed Beckham’s message when the football star reached out to him.

“It was during the World Championships, but I didn’t even see it in my requests,” Littler explained.

“I follow him but didn’t notice it at all. My sister was checking everything for me and found it,” he added.

This small mix-up made for an awkward yet amusing moment in Littler’s whirlwind year.

Beckham Reaches Out Again with Warm Congratulations

Despite the early oversight, Beckham wasn’t discouraged and tried again.

After Littler claimed his world title, Beckham was quick to offer his congratulations, sending a simple yet meaningful six-word message to the young champion: “Once a Red, always a Red.”

This message only reinforced the bond between the two, united by their love for Manchester United.

Littler’s Rising Fame and Growing Social Media Following

Since his championship win, Littler’s social media presence has exploded, amassing over 1.6 million followers on Instagram.

His meteoric rise from a 16-year-old rookie to a world champion has captivated fans and brought even more attention to the sport of darts.

The 17-year-old has now become a familiar figure in the world of elite sports, even gaining praise from some of his childhood idols.

From Rookie to Champion

Littler’s impressive victory over van Gerwen at the World Championship has propelled him into the spotlight, with his stunning 7-3 win securing him the prestigious Sid Waddell Trophy.

As he prepares to defend his Premier League title next month, Littler’s name is now synonymous with success in darts.

And despite the occasional social media blunder, it’s clear that his future in the sport is incredibly bright.

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