Luke Littler discusses crowd hostility ahead of US Darts Masters

World No 1 Luke Littler addressed his challenges with hostile crowd reactions during an appearance on the Ariel Helwani show. Ahead of the US Darts Masters, Littler noted that his winning streak has led to fans expressing boredom, leading to boos and whistles, particularly noted in Germany. His relationship with British audiences has also soured following incidents at major events, including a notable spat with Gian van Veen in Manchester. Littler stated he considered stepping away from the game due to the negativity but decided to stay focused on winning titles. He is defending his title at the Betfred World Matchplay, which takes place from July 18-26 in Blackpool, where he aims for back-to-back championships.