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LUKE LITTLER’S preparations for the World Darts Championship final did not go as expected—his dart's point bent just moments before the bull-up.

The Nuke, aged 18, is set to step onto the Ally Pally stage to compete against Dutch talent Gian van Veen.

Luke Littler preparing for the finalThe point on Luke Littler’s dart was bent before his match with Gian van VeenCredit: PDC DARTS

Both players are aware that the tournament's prize money has doubled.

However, Littler was left feeling frustrated backstage after discovering that the point on one of his darts was damaged.

Footage shared by the PDC’s X account showed the world No. 1 pointing out the damage that had occurred.

To add to Littler's woes, Van Veen won the bull-up during their warm-up for the main event.

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FAQ

What happened to Luke Littler's dart before the final?

Luke Littler's dart had a bent point just before the bull-up, which caused him frustration during his preparations.

Who is Luke Littler facing in the final?

Luke Littler is set to compete against Dutch player Gian van Veen in the final.

What is the current prize money for the tournament?

The prize money for the tournament has recently doubled, enhancing the stakes for all participants.