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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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Darts fans demand major change to Premier League after Luke Littler's shock final loss
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DARTS fans have demanded a drastic change be made to the Premier League following Luke Littler's final defeat to Luke Humphries. Teen sensation Littler, who was the best player throughout the tournament, suffered an 11-8 defeat in a replay of the 2024 final at the O2 Arena on Thursday night. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Luke Littler suffered an 11-8 defeat to Luke Humphries in the final of the Premier League Darts Credit: SHUTTERSTOCK 3 Darts fans have demanded a change to the structure of the tournament after Littler's loss Credit: REUTERS Humphries took his head-to-head with Littler to 13 defeats and ten victories with his maiden Premier League title win. The match enthralled darts fans, although many of them couldn't help but vent their frustrations at the four-month-long competition coming down to one final match. One wrote on X: "Fair play to Humphries and I'm glad he won, but I really don't see the point in playing a 16-week league phase for it to come down to one game." Another said: "Format isn't great. What's the point of dominating for 16 weeks, for it to come down to one night? [It] seems a bit forced, IMO. READ MORE DARTS NEWS SHOWING FAITH Luke Littler's rumoured girlfriend Faith Millar cheers star on at darts final "I get why they do it, you don't want the league winner to run away with it as viewings will go down. But [it] needs looking at." And another said: "Bit weird how Luke was miles away the best player over 17 weeks and well clear at the top of the table. "But Humphries is the champion because of a one-off game? Leagues are meant to be won on consistency, surely." One remarked: "I think the person who is top after all the weeks should receive a trophy for that achievement. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS Luke Littler prize money breakdown Here is all the prize money Luke Littler has won so far after being crowned 2025 PDC World Darts Championship winner: World Championship 2025 - £500,000 World Championship 2024 - £200,000 Grand Slam of Darts 2024 - £150,000 European Tour - £91,000 Player Championships events - £71,500 Players Championship final runner-up - £60,000 UK Open 2023 + 2024 - £17,500 World Matchplay - £10,000 World Grand Prix - £7,500 European Championship - £7,500 (Unranked) Premier League Darts - £315,000 TOTAL: £1.43 million "Like rugby with the playoffs [and] a separate one-off event for the top players. "Ultimately, it will always be Luke vs Luke in the final as no one [is] anywhere near them. Fans sing along to Luke Littler's walk-on song as darts star shares footage from stage Humphries, 30, was over the moon with his first-ever Premier League Darts title win. He told Sky Sports: "This one means the world to me, that was the one I was missing. "It was the one I wanted, I have done it now. "If I don't win another title, I am happy as I have done the three hardest ones to do. "Phil Taylor has given me a lot of support over the last couple of weeks, so Phil, if you are watching, thank you. "He gave me a lot of advice and that extra support."
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Darts fans demand major change to Premier League after Luke Littler's shock final loss
DARTS fans have demanded a drastic change be made to the Premier League following Luke Littler's final defeat to Luke Humphries. Teen sensation 3 Luke Littler suffered an 11-8 defeat to Luke Humphries in the final of the Premier League Darts Credit: SHUTTERSTOCK 3 Darts fans have demanded a change to the structure of the tournament after Littler's loss Credit: REUTERS Humphries took his head-to-head with Littler to 13 defeats and ten victories with his maiden Premier League title win. The match enthralled darts fans, although many of them couldn't help but vent their frustrations at the four-month-long competition coming down to one final match. One wrote on X: "Fair play to Humphries and I'm glad he won, but I really don't see the point in playing a 16-week league phase for it to come down to one game." Another said: "Format isn't great. What's the point of dominating for 16 weeks, for it to come down to one night? [It] seems a bit forced, IMO. READ MORE DARTS NEWS "I get why they do it, you don't want the league winner to run away with it as viewings will go down. But [it] needs looking at." And another said: "Bit weird how Luke was miles away the best player over 17 weeks and well clear at the top of the table. "But Humphries is the champion because of a one-off game? Leagues are meant to be won on consistency, surely." One remarked: "I think the person who is top after all the weeks should receive a trophy for that achievement. Most read in Darts JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS Luke Littler prize money breakdown Here is all the prize money Luke Littler has won so far after being crowned 2025 PDC World Darts Championship winner: World Championship 2025 - £500,000 World Championship 2024 - £200,000 Grand Slam of Darts 2024 - £150,000 European Tour - £91,000 Player Championships events - £71,500 Players Championship final runner-up - £60,000 UK Open 2023 + 2024 - £17,500 World Matchplay - £10,000 World Grand Prix - £7,500 European Championship - £7,500 (Unranked) Premier League Darts - £315,000 TOTAL: £1.43 million "Like rugby with the playoffs [and] a separate one-off event for the top players. "Ultimately, it will always be Luke vs Luke in the final as no one [is] anywhere near them. Fans sing along to Luke Littler's walk-on song as darts star shares footage from stage Humphries, 30, was over the moon with his first-ever Premier League Darts title win. He told Sky Sports: "This one means the world to me, that was the one I was missing. "It was the one I wanted, I have done it now. "If I don't win another title, I am happy as I have done the three hardest ones to do. "Phil Taylor has given me a lot of support over the last couple of weeks, so Phil, if you are watching, thank you. "He gave me a lot of advice and that extra support." 3 Luke Humphries was over the moon to claim his maiden Premier League Darts title Credit: PA
Scottish Sun
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
‘The first thing we have to do' – Adrian Newey breaks silence on Max Verstappen joining Aston Martin rumours
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ADRIAN NEWEY says Aston Martin will have to make a fast car if they are to ever attract Max Verstappen. The design guru, 66, has shut down talk of the Dutchman joining Aston Martin any time soon from Red Bull. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Max Verstappen has been linked with a shock future move to Aston Martin Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 The Dutchman's contract with Red Bull expires in 2028 Credit: SHUTTERSTOCK 5 Adrian Newey believes Aston Martin would need to make a very fast car to ever land Verstappen Credit: ALAMY Newey sent shockwaves through F1 when he announced he was leaving Red Bull last season before committing his future to Aston in September. At the Monaco Grand Prix, he is making his first appearance in the paddock since his bombshell move. Newey said: 'Max is clearly a phenomenal talent and he's a supreme competitor. "So if we're to ever attract Max, the first thing we have to do is make a fast car. READ MORE F1 NORR BLIMEY Lando Norris lifts lid on luxury car collection with ultra-rare £2m Lamborghini "There's no point in pipe-dreaming about anything else for now." When pressed further about the timeline for this project, Newey said: "I've got absolutely no idea." There was huge speculation surrounding Verstappen's future last season after Red Bull's car struggled and Christian Horner's 'sexting scandal' threw the team into chaos. The Red Bull boss, who denied the accusations, was cleared of the allegations twice after a private, independent investigation. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 5 Mercedes were tipped as the favourite destination with Toto Wolff publicly trying to tempt the four-time world champion. The current team is made up of world champion Fernando Alonso, 43, and Lance Stroll, the son of the team's owner, Lawrence Stroll. 10 Years of Max Verstappen documentary trailer Newey added: 'Lance, I think has an unfairly bad rap, "Any driver who gets to Formula One is clearly very good, but I think Lance is much better than people give him credit for. "Fernando is such a good character. He's been an enemy for many years, along with Lewis (Hamilton)." "Two drivers I've always, from the modern era, felt I would enjoy working with were Lewis and Fernando and I couldn't work with both so at least I got one of them." 5 Adrian Newey defected from Red Bull to Aston Martin in September Credit: SHUTTERSTOCK Newey has been laser-focused since March on designing the 2026 car under new regulations. He said: "My wife says I go into a design trance and I can understand what she means. "When I get into this sort of period of intense concentration, I tend to not see left and right. "All my processing power is going into one area which is trying to work with everyone to design a fast racing car."
The Irish Sun
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
‘The first thing we have to do' – Adrian Newey breaks silence on Max Verstappen joining Aston Martin rumours
ADRIAN NEWEY says Aston Martin will have to make a fast car if they are to ever attract Max Verstappen. The design guru, 66, has shut down talk of the Dutchman joining Aston Martin any time soon from Red Bull. 5 Max Verstappen has been linked with a shock future move to Aston Martin Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 The Dutchman's contract with Red Bull expires in 2028 Credit: SHUTTERSTOCK 5 Adrian Newey believes Aston Martin would need to make a very fast car to ever land Verstappen Credit: ALAMY Newey sent shockwaves through F1 when he announced he was leaving Red Bull last season before committing his future to Aston in September. At the Monaco Grand Prix, he is making his first appearance in the paddock since his bombshell move. Newey said: 'Max is clearly a phenomenal talent and he's a supreme competitor. "So if we're to ever attract Max, the first thing we have to do is make a fast car. READ MORE F1 "There's no point in pipe-dreaming about anything else for now." When pressed further about the timeline for this project, Newey said: "I've got absolutely no idea." There was huge speculation surrounding Verstappen's future last season after Red Bull's car struggled and Christian Horner's 'sexting scandal' threw the team into chaos. The Red Bull boss, who denied the accusations, was cleared of the allegations twice after a private, independent investigation . Most read in Motorsport JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 5 Mercedes were tipped as the favourite destination with The current team is made up of world champion 10 Years of Max Verstappen documentary trailer Newey added: 'Lance, I think has an unfairly bad rap, "Any driver who gets to Formula One is clearly very good, but I think Lance is much better than people give him credit for. "Fernando is such a good character. He's been an enemy for many years, along with Lewis (Hamilton)." "Two drivers I've always, from the modern era, felt I would enjoy working with were Lewis and Fernando and I couldn't work with both so at least I got one of them." 5 Adrian Newey defected from Red Bull to Aston Martin in September Credit: SHUTTERSTOCK Newey has been laser-focused since March on designing the 2026 car under new regulations. He said: "My wife says I go into a design trance and I can understand what she means. "When I get into this sort of period of intense concentration, I tend to not see left and right. "All my processing power is going into one area which is trying to work with everyone to design a fast racing car."
Scottish Sun
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Diletta Leotta stuns in figure-hugging flowered dress as elegant DAZN host attends Charity Gala Dinner
The 33-year-old stole the show with her red carpet get-up OH MY DAZ Diletta Leotta stuns in figure-hugging flowered dress as elegant DAZN host attends Charity Gala Dinner Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DILETTA LEOTTA is no stranger to donning a stunning outfit. But she well and truly stole the show at a charity dinner on Tuesday night with a floral get-up. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Italian football presenter Diletta Leotta is no stranger to a striking outfit Credit: SHUTTERSTOCK 5 The 33-year-old stole the show at a Charity Gala dinner at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome Credit: INSTAGRAM@DILETTALEOTTA 5 Leotta illuminated the event Credit: SHUTTERSTOCK The DAZN presenter donned a figure-hugging floral dress for a Charity Gala dinner the day before the Italian Cup final between AC Milan and Bologna. Lieotta completed her outfit with a swanky silver necklace and several rings on her fingers. The 33-year-old, who is married to former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius, shared a snap of herself on the red carpet to her Instagram story for her 9.3 million followers to see. Leotta enjoyed a whirlwind relationship with Karius after meeting him in late 2022. The couple have a daughter called Aria, who was born in August 2023. Leotta tries her best to attend her hubby's Schalke matches when she's not required on screen. And she recently suffered a "traumatic" experience in the form of an invasive security check at a German airport while travelling back to Italy. During an appearance on Radio 105, she recalled: "I had to go back to Italy, and as I was going through the metal detector, a policewoman came and wanted to check me. "At one point, I took off almost all my clothes. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 5 Diletta Leotta is married to former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius Credit: AFP 5 The couple welcomed their first child into the world in August 2023 Credit: INSTAGRAM@DILETTALEOTTTA "I was wearing almost nothing under my arms and told her, 'Look, I have nothing under my arms'. "But she insisted on tickling me under my arms, which was incredible torture. Diletta Leotta shows off new 'Bond girl' look as DAZN host puts on revealing display in low cut ski suit "She also told me to take off my shoes and tickled me under my feet. "It was traumatic because my brother held me like that (with his arms raised) and tickled me under the armpits. "He was really strong. He tickled me all over my body and I used to wet my pants."
