Teen Sensation Luke Littler Stages Epic Comeback to Reach World Grand Prix Semifinals

18-year-old darts prodigy Luke Littler rallies from two sets down against Gerwyn Price with a stunning 152 checkout to secure a semifinal berth at the 2025 World Grand Prix in Leicester.

Littler's Legendary Fightback Stuns Leicester Crowd

Luke Littler delivered one of the most dramatic comebacks in recent PDC history, overcoming a 2-0 set deficit against 2020 champion Gerwyn Price to book his place in the World Grand Prix semifinals. The teenage sensation sealed victory with a breathtaking 152 checkout in the sudden-death leg, sending the Morningside Arena into raptures.

Decider of Nerves and Precision

  • Price squandered three match darts in the fourth set
  • Littler switched to double 16s: "My World Championship money shot"
  • Both players combined for only 42% doubles success rate
  • Crucial 156 checkout from Price forced sudden death

Key Moment: With tension at fever pitch, Littler coolly took out 152 (T20, T20, D16) under immense pressure, celebrating with a fist-pump that echoed around the arena.

Post-Match Reactions

Price praised his opponent: "That 152 finish... you've got to tip your hat. The kid's special." Littler revealed his mindset: "At 2-0 down, I told myself - this is where champions are made."

Semifinal Showdowns

Saturday's Fixtures: Matchup Head-to-Head
L. Humphries vs D. Noppert 8-3 in favor of Humphries
L. Littler vs J. Clayton First professional meeting

Tournament Stats:

  • 78% of matches decided by checkouts over 100
  • 23% increase in TV viewership compared to 2024
  • £150,000 winner's prize at stake

Road to the Final

Analysts predict a potential Littler-Humphries final clash, which would mark their third major meeting this season. The winner faces either Clayton or Noppert in Sunday's best-of-13 sets final.

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