Luke Littler forced to battle the boos in tense win at PDC World Championship

December 30, 2025

TL;DR

The crowd's sentiment towards Luke Littler has shifted from adoration to hostility.
Littler defeated Rob Cross 4-2 in a match marked by significant crowd heckling.
Littler responded defiantly to the crowd's jeers, asserting that they pay for his prize money.
His performance under pressure, averaging 107, is seen as evidence of his championship mentality.
The crowd's behavior is described as that of 'cultural tourists' rather than dedicated fans.
Littler is expected to advance to the semi-finals, potentially facing Ryan Searle or Jonny Clayton.

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