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Littler Faces Crowd Disapproval in Rotterdam Premier League Defeat
Rising darts star Luke Littler experienced a hostile reception from the Rotterdam crowd at the Premier League Darts event, drawing jeers after pausing to switch darts during his narrow loss to Stephen Bunting. The teenage sensation, ultimately defeated in a decisive leg, encountered vocal disapproval throughout his match against the popular Bunting at the Ahoy Rotterdam venue.
Rotterdam Crowd Turns on Littler
Littler initially trailed 5-2 against the experienced Bunting, aged 40, but mounted a strong challenge, threatening a significant comeback. The reigning champion and winner of four nightly events managed to secure the subsequent three legs. Nevertheless, Bunting maintained composure, advancing to his second final appearance within three weeks. Bunting had previously earned the crowd’s favour after receiving boos himself for overcoming local favourite Michael van Gerwen. He enjoyed the majority of audience support in the match against Littler.
Dart Change Provokes Jeers
Approaching a 4-2 scoreline in the sixth leg, Littler opted to change his set of darts. The World Championship runner-up took his time selecting his preferred arrows, a decision that visibly frustrated sections of the audience inside the Ahoy Rotterdam arena.
Teenager Reacts to Hostile Atmosphere
Littler visibly reacted to the loud jeers emanating from the spectators. Prior to stepping up to the oche, he turned towards the audience, displaying a furrowed brow and an expression of bemusement. The 18-year-old then made a gesture with his hand, seemingly acknowledging the crowd’s reaction. He repeated this intense stare later in the contest as momentum appeared to shift in his favour.
Bunting Clinches Victory
Ultimately, Bunting prevailed in the deciding leg, securing his place in the final. This result denied Littler a record-breaking fifth nightly victory. However, Littler remains poised to achieve this feat in the remaining five nights before the play-offs.
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Pundit Commentary on Littler’s Animation
Sky Sports analyst Wayne Marsden observed, “Littler was notably animated this evening. He appeared to be engaging with the crowd, experiencing both support and opposition. He undeniably discovered his rhythm when trailing 5-2, creating a sense that he could seize victory.”
Marsden Praises Bunting’s Resilience
Marsden further commented, “However, full credit must be given to Stephen Bunting for his performance in the final leg; he maintained his composure under pressure. Double 12 proved to be a successful target for him throughout the evening. His checkout of 81 against Michael van Gerwen was truly exceptional – the shot of the night. The crowd were largely against him earlier. He withstood the pressure, took his time. After securing that initial win, Stephen could be a contender any week. Initially, he may have lacked belief in his chances, but he persevered and is now a firm believer in his capabilities.”
Bunting’s Final Match
Following his victory over Littler, Bunting proceeded to compete against Chris Dobey in the final. This followed an earlier incident where Gerwyn Price expressed his dissatisfaction with the playing conditions in Rotterdam.