LUKE LITTLER has been presented with an OBE by Prince William.
The wonderkid, 19, received his award during a ceremony at Windsor Castle.
Prince William presents Luke Littler with an OBE Credit: PA
Littler, 19, proudly poses with his award Credit: Reuters
was included on the for his services to darts last June.
Upon confirmation of his award, Littler said at the time: “This is an amazing and unexpected honour but one which I am very grateful for.
“To receive a recognition like this is something I had never thought would be possible and it is a proud moment.
“It’s unbelievable what I’ve done for my sport. I’m happy, my family is happy and I can’t wait to receive it.”
Two-time world champion Littler is set to take part in the finals at the 02 Arena later this month.
Ahead of the event, pundit Wayne Mardle believes that it is in fact that is the .
He said: “The way Humphries played getting through to the final was kind of untouchable. The scoring against Littler and Bunting…
“It’s not just the one treble visit, it’s the twos and threes that get the better of any opponent even if they are playing well.
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“He’s held it together, three finals in three weeks, winning this one tonight, it deals with anything next week so there are no negatives at all.
“You need to time your run to perfection, and he may be doing that. I mean, who is playing better at the moment?”
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