Emma Paton lifts lid on Luke Littler's true character and admits he's 'different' off stage

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Luke Littler has managed the media spotlight as adeptly as he has handled his opponents over the past year. The then-16-year-old was thrust into the limelight during his remarkable World Championship debut at the 2023/24 tournament when he was virtually unknown outside of the darts community.

In addition to performing in front of 3,000 spectators at Alexandra Palace, he had to navigate immediate post-match interviews and press conferences, surrounded by a throng of journalists and cameras.

Everyone wanted a piece of him and, understandably, there were some anxious responses. A year later, Littler is becoming increasingly comfortable with interviews, an impressive feat for someone who until recently wasn't even old enough to drink alcohol, drive or vote. “It’s like speaking to a 17-year-old,” said Sky Sports darts presenter Emma Paton (via the Mirror) before Littler turned 18. “He’s very chilled out.

He’s a very chilled-out character in general, which is in contrast to what you see on the stage, where he comes alive and is a real showman and an entertainer. “I think he’s done so well.