An eight-year-old darts prodigy said beating Luke Littler during an exhibition match capped off “the best weekend ever”.
The youngster trains for 16 hours a week and will start throwing arrows for Buckinghamshire County next week.
Asked if his year could get any better having defeated Littler, Noah said: “Not really, no”.
He then beat Littler 1-0, despite only starting darts two years ago, aged six.
“It’s been a very, very exciting weekend. It was amazing, absolutely amazing,” said Noah’s mum, Helen.
“It’s been an incredible year, he’s loving every minute of it.”
Luke Littler - The Young Prodigy
Littler shot to fame at the end of 2023 after becoming the youngest player ever to reach the final of the PDC World Darts Championship in January. He was ultimately defeated by Luke Humphries after a tense game.
Helen told BBC Three Counties Radio that Littler gave her son some flights for his darts as a souvenir following their game. “He was an absolute gentleman, he was so, so lovely,” she added.
The Luke Littler Effect: Inspiring a New Generation
The incredible story of Noah and his victory against Luke Littler is a testament to the inspiring influence of the young champion. Littler’s meteoric rise to fame has undoubtedly ignited a passion for darts in a new generation of young players. It is clear that the impact of Luke Littler is far-reaching, extending beyond the oche and into the hearts and minds of young aspiring athletes.
The Littler-est Littler
The news of Noah’s victory quickly spread across social media, with fans expressing their astonishment and admiration for the young prodigy. One fan wrote: “They just get littler and littler.” Another joked: “There’s always a littler Littler.”
Noah’s remarkable story is a reminder that age is just a number and that with dedication and passion, anyone can achieve their dreams. It’s a story of inspiration, resilience, and the power of believing in yourself, a story that will undoubtedly continue to inspire young athletes for years to come.
