Luke Littler became the youngest world champion in darts history on Friday when the 17-year-old Englishman lived up to his billing as Britain’s latest sporting superstar. Littler beat three-time champion Michael van Gerwen 7-3 in the final at a boisterous Alexandra Palace in London.

Luke Littler insisted that he won't be fist-bumping Michael van Gerwen after sets during the World Championship final. Criticisms were levelled at the playful nature of the teen's wins over Nathan Aspinall and Stephen Bunting, with the favourite joking around with his opponents as he cruised to victory.