Luke Humphries secures victory over Luke Littler in PDC European Darts Grand Prix

In a thrilling showdown at the PDC European Darts Grand Prix in Sindelfingen, Germany, Luke Humphries emerged victorious over Luke Littler, marking his first win over his opponent since their World Championship final clash in January.

Humphries secured a nail-biting 6-5 victory, surviving a final-leg match dart and sealing the deal with an impressive 11-dart break. This win ends a streak of eight consecutive losses to Littler, a feat that Humphries downplayed, stating, “Luke is a fantastic player and in elite level sport, these runs of results can happen, but of course I’m relieved that run is over.”

With an average of 101 and five 180s under his belt, Humphries showcased his skill and determination as he advanced to the last 16 of the tournament. He is now set to face Stephen Bunting in what promises to be an exciting match-up after Bunting’s dramatic 6-5 victory over Ryan Searle.

Meanwhile, other top players like Rob Cross, Gerwyn Price, and Michael van Gerwen also secured wins to progress in the tournament. Additionally, in the PDC Women’s Series event in Wigan, Beau Greaves claimed her first title of the year with a dominant 5-1 victory over Lisa Ashton, showcasing her prowess on the darts stage.

As the competition heats up in Germany and Wigan, fans can expect more thrilling matches and surprising outcomes as the players battle it out for glory and the coveted titles. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting darts tournament.