Luke Littler’s classy response despite suffering heartbreaking defeat to Humphries in World Darts Championship final

LUKE LITTLER’S classy response to his agonising World Championship final defeat against Luke Humphries has been hailed by fans.

And darts lovers reckon Littler’s 7-4 loss against the world No1 is just the start of a thrilling long-running rivalry between the two Englishmen.

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Luke Littler put aside his own disappointment to embrace Luke Humphries[/caption]

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Humphries celebrates winning his first world title[/caption]

Luke the Nuke, 16, led 4-2 at the Ally Pally and missed big opportunities – but put aside his frustration to clap and hug Humphries.

The Warrington whizkid then appeared to gently guide his conqueror back to centre stage rather than stay in the spotlight himself.

One viewer posted: “Littler will be back“.

And another said of Humphries’ triumph: “Well deserved – these two will be seeing a lot of each other in big finals.”

Littler responded calmly afterwards, saying: “I have gained a lot of experience.

“A lot of people know me now, they look up to me, I am happy. I am happy with getting to the final. It has been a rollercoaster.”

Praise for the high-quality contest came flooding in from fans.

One said of Humphries: “You cannot begrudge him that, what a performance.”

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“Absolutely incredible performance,” was another verdict.

And this assessment spoke for many: “What a great sport and nice guy Humphries is, deserves to be champion. Luke the Nuke will be back!”

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Luke Littler suffered final agony against Luke Humphries[/caption]

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