Luke Littler defeated Canadian primary Matt Campbell 6-0 in underneath 10 minutes throughout a surprising debut in New York mentioned it might “mean the world” to elevate the US Darts Masters trophy.
The 17-year-old recorded a 103.66 common to dispatch Campbell, who he additionally beat throughout his record-breaking World Championship marketing campaign, in 9 minutes and 52 seconds to cap a positive first aggressive exhibiting in the US.
On the occasion at Madison Sq. Backyard, Littler was making his first look since profitable the Premier League title in London on Might 23.
“I couldn’t wait to get on that stage tonight,” mentioned Littler.
“I felt actually snug and all the pieces simply went properly. I am unable to wait to play tomorrow now.
“With the amount of top athletes that have performed here, it would mean the world to lift this trophy, and hopefully I can go all the way.”
The victory comes only a week after Littler claimed the Premier League title with an 11-7 victory over Luke Humphries on the O2 Enviornment, profitable six of the final eight legs to defeat the world champion.
Subsequent up he’ll compete for a spot within the semi-finals in opposition to reigning North American winner Jeff Smith, who beat 2023 world champion Michael Smith 6-1 after he was profitable with six of his 9 makes an attempt at doubles.
“I absolutely love New York, this city has pretty much adopted me,” mentioned Smith.
“I’m Jeff Smith, I’m not worried about Luke Littler. He’s a generational talent, there’s no doubt about that, but I just have to worry about what I do.
“I am right here with some extent to show, and that is it. Me reaching the ultimate wasn’t a fluke final yr, and I need to come again and compete once more.”
Elsewhere, Rob Cross, Nathan Aspinall, Peter Wright, Gerwyn Price, Michael van Gerwen and Humphries all won.
bet365 US Darts Masters
Saturday, June 1
Quarter-finals
Best of 11 legs
Semi-finals
Best of 13 legs
Final
Best of 15 legs
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