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LUKE LITTLER fired back at the German fans as he secured his place in the World Darts Championship quarter-finals, stating: "You contribute to my prize money."
The Nuke, 18, was initially shaken but ultimately triumphed over Rob Cross with a score of 4-2 in the fourth round at Ally Pally.
LITTLER WINS A THRILLER 🔥
— PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC) December 29, 2025
What. A. Match.
Luke Littler withstands a remarkable performance from Rob Cross, landing SEVENTEEN 180s to win 4-2 in a classic at Ally Pally!
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Luke Littler channeled his frustration towards fans to propel himself past Rob CrossCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
An impressive average of 98.92 wasn't enough to surpass Littler's own average of 106.58Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
The world No.1 expressed his frustration towards a segment of the audience and directed his anger at them as he moved closer to winning the £1 million top prize.
Speaking on stage to Sky Sports’ Polly James, Littler addressed the hecklers: “I’m not concerned. Truly not concerned.
“Let me say one thing: You all pay for tickets and contribute to my prize money. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. Let’s go!”
It was a tense 47-minute performance from an visibly annoyed Littler, who displayed his discontent several times towards a group of unruly German fans in attendance.
Littler cupped his ears towards the hecklers, cheered with joy upon winning a set, and then expressed his anger when he hit the winning double tops.
The reigning world champion needs to secure three more victories to become the first player since Scottish thrower Gary Anderson in 2016 to achieve back-to-back titles.
If he wins on Saturday night at Ally Pally, he will earn a record-breaking £1 million prize.
Littler, who hit seventeen 180s and averaged 106.58, has two full days off before facing either Englishman Luke Woodhouse or Polish player Krzysztof Ratajski in the quarter-finals on New Year’s Day.
Littler remarked: “I had to maintain my composure in that final set.
“I just had to hold my ground.
“I simply wanted to win the match. It felt hostile.
“No one wanted me to succeed, but once again, I proved them wrong.
“It’s not within reach just yet. We must reach the final.
“I’ll enjoy two days off and then I’ll be back on New Year’s Day.
“I plan to spend it as I have for the past two years.
“I will be in London, and I’m thrilled to be in the quarter-finals for the third consecutive time.”
No. 17 seed Cross had threatened a comeback and missed opportunities to take the match into a deciding seventh set.
By winning two sets, he prevented Littler from achieving a whitewash victory on his way to the Sid Waddell Trophy – a feat that has never been accomplished in the competition's 33-year history.
Cross, 35, ends a challenging year marked by tax issues, a difficult Premier League campaign, and his manager Rab Bain's recent hospitalization.
The former electrician, who entered the tournament ranked 17th in the world, is likely to miss selection for the Premier League, which kicks off in Newcastle on February 5.
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