Luke Littler recently shared that he extended an invitation to Prince William for the upcoming PDC World Championship at Alexandra Palace. The 19-year-old met the Prince of Wales at Windsor Castle after receiving his MBE for his achievements in darts.
During their conversation, Littler mentioned that Prince William expressed interest in attending an evening at Ally Pally, calling it a promising outing. The darts champion then welcomed the future king to join the event.
“Prince William mentioned he has been following the darts journey, and we discussed the sport’s rise in popularity,” Littler remarked. “While I didn’t formally invite him, I assured him that I or the PDC could arrange tickets if needed.”
Known as a devoted football enthusiast, Prince William recently celebrated Aston Villa’s triumph in the Europa League, praising the team’s success on social media after their victory over Freiburg.
Villa defender Matty Cash shared that Prince William joined the team for a celebratory beer, highlighting his enthusiastic support for the club. The prince frequently visits the training ground and Villa Park, showing his dedication to the team.
As Prince William’s interest in darts unfolds, Littler reflected on the surreal experience of conversing with him. Acknowledging the honor of receiving his MBE alongside renowned figures like Cynthia Erivo and Matt Lucas, Littler expressed gratitude for the recognition he has received for his contributions to the sport.
Looking ahead, Littler is focused on the Premier League Darts title, aiming for his second win in the competition. He is set to compete against Gerwyn Price in the semi-finals, with the potential to face either Jonny Clayton or Luke Humphries in the final showdown. Littler remains optimistic about his performance and the possibility of a third consecutive final appearance.
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