Phil Taylor, who gained a record-breaking, history-making 16 World Darts Championship titles, admits Luke Littler has “got the ability” to overhaul him as the best of all time.
The 17-year-old once more showcased his prestigious expertise by coasting to the tenth title of his debut 12 months on the PDC Tour by successful the Grand Slam of Darts on Sunday.
After an epic 16-15 semi-final win over Gary Anderson on Sunday afternoon, ‘The Nuke’ returned to the stage within the night to destroy Martin Lukeman 16-3 within the closing.
Littler is now favorite for the forthcoming World Championship, one 12 months on from his breakthrough match at Alexandra Palace.
His victory in Wolverhampton got here 12 years sooner than Taylor’s first main victory honour on the age of 29.
When requested if his report variety of world titles will ever be crushed, Taylor advised talkSport: “I hope not. I am going to let you know what although, if there’s anyone that would do it, it is this younger lad now.
“He’s got the age on his side, and he’s got the ability, so you never know, you never know.”
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Taylor additionally had some recommendation for Littler, including: “Well, that’s the thing, I’ve seen players come and go over the years.
“It is a matter of being devoted and cash is not his motivation, imagine it or not, he is not actually that bothered.
“He is a typical teenager and he isn’t motivated by prize money.
“It is nice, do not get me improper, and he is safe, he is extra curious about taking care of his mom and father in tournaments.
“It’s lovely to see, because I’ve seen so many players where they start earning money and that ruins their career then. But this lad, he just sits there, he’s quiet as a mouse, he’s lovely company to be with, to be honest.”
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