"Luke Littler Forced to End Career at 18 in Australian Darts Masters: No More Enjoyment"
Young Darts Phenom Luke Littler Takes Home Major Wins and Record Prize Money
In the world of professional darts, 18-year-old Luke Littler has been making waves with his impressive performances and significant winnings. As of mid-2025, Littler has amassed a total of approximately £2,187,750 in prize money.
Littler's most notable wins include the 2025 World Darts Championship, for which he received a prize of £500,000, and the 2024 Grand Slam of Darts, where he pocketed £150,000. His success in major PDC events has been consistent, with a runner-up finish in the 2024 World Championship earning him £200,000, and his triumph in the 2024 Premier League netting him £315,000.
The Australian Darts Masters in 2025 saw Littler crowned champion, marking his first World Series title of the year. Although the exact prize money for this win is not explicitly stated, it is expected to be a significant but smaller portion compared to his major titles.
In the final of the Australian Darts Masters, Littler wrapped up the match with a double 16, beating Mike De Decker 8-4. Littler also produced a new headshake and swagger during the final, showcasing his growing confidence on the darts stage. De Decker, despite the loss, expressed satisfaction about winning a trophy and considered reaching the final a big confidence boost. He also gladly stated that he had shown he can still play his A game.
De Decker had previously defeated an unwell Luke Humphries 6-0 in the quarterfinals, advancing to face Littler in the final. Littler received £20,000 as prize money for his win, while De Decker took home £10,000.
However, Littler's victory was not without controversy, as some Aussie fans criticized his behaviour during the final. Despite this, Littler's exceptional success as a young player, including 15 PDC titles and several major televised wins, has solidified his position as one of the highest earners in professional darts by mid-2025.
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Luke Littler's impressive performances in the world of sports, specifically professional darts, have earned him approximately £2,187,750 in prize money, as of mid-2025. In addition to his major winnings such as the 2025 World Darts Championship (£500,000), the 2024 World Darts Championship (£200,000 as runner-up), and the 2024 Grand Slam of Darts (£150,000), Littler has also triumphed in other sports events, like the 2025 Australian Darts Masters (£20,000).
