Gary Anderson has expressed his belief that Luke Littler is not the top player globally, solely based on the official rankings. Littler, a rising star since his impressive debut at the 2024 Darts World Championships, has had remarkable success in recent years.
After making it to the final in his first appearance, Littler has dominated the darts scene by clinching victories at the UK Open, World Matchplay, World Grand Prix, and the Premier League. Despite his achievements, he currently holds the second position worldwide, trailing behind Luke Humphries in prize money earnings.
When asked about the best player globally, Gary Anderson straightforwardly pointed to Luke Humphries as the reigning world No. 1. He also acknowledged Michael van Gerwen as the top player in Europe outside the United Kingdom. Although Littler aims to claim the world number one spot, he remains focused on his performance and the upcoming World Championships.
Luke Littler is determined to maintain his momentum as he prepares for the upcoming world championship at Alexandra Palace starting on December 15. While he anticipates stiff competition, the final lineup of opponents will only be confirmed later this month, with the draw scheduled shortly after.
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