LUKE LITTLER explained his celebratory gesture after his comeback win at the World Matchplay Darts.
The Nuke to beat Jermaine Wattimena 13-11 in a thrilling tiebreaker last night.
was having a nightmare in the opening stages, missing ten throws at the double and he was on the brink of a second round exit.
But the 18-year-old finally brought his unstoppable best to the oche when needed and he after landing his fifth match dart.
Littler shouted “come on” when securing his spot in the quarter-final with passion and relief etched on his face.
He then pointed to the bottom of his shirt and flexed it towards fans.
Littler has a badge stitched on there that features his name, the flag and a single star for the one world title he has won.
Asked about the meaning behind the gesture, Littler revealed: “When I won I pointed to the star on my shirt.
“I’m a world champion for a reason. I find these gears when I need it.”
Littler added: “I’ve not felt pressure like that since the first round of the against Ryan Meikle.
“Jermaine kept putting me under pressure. He was always right behind me, but when I got into the lead I was determined not to let it slip away.”
Littler faces in the quarter-final on Friday and the winner will play either Josh Rock or .
On the other side of the draw, it is Gian van Veen vs James Wade
and Stephen Bunting vs Jonny Clayton tonight.
