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Darts sensation Luke Littler has lashed out at any critics who have questioned his decision to participate in the World Darts Youth Championship.

The 18-year-old raised some eyebrows when he revealed he would be taking part in a competition he claimed in 2023 - which secured his spot at the 2024 World Darts Championship - the tournament where he burst on to the scene by reaching the final at just 16 years old.

Two years on, the current World No.2 entered the junior event, once more - shortly after thrashing rival and World No.1 Luke Humphries in the World Grand Prix final. He suffered a surprise defeat to Beau Greaves, who edged him 6-5 to secure her place in the showpiece.

Littler subsequently fell to Richie Edhouse in Players Championship 31, leaving his chances

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