Luke Littler has revealed that he and Gian van Veen have not spoken since their on-stage altercation in Manchester several weeks ago. The incident, which occurred during a Premier League match, involved a heated exchange between the two players after Van Veen was accused of celebrating when Littler missed a crucial dart. Although the matter appears to be settled, Littler admits that the pair have not cleared the air and are instead focusing on their upcoming matches.
Littler is looking forward to a potential rematch, which could take place if both players progress to the finals in Aberdeen, Leeds, or Birmingham. Despite the tension between them, Littler insists that he has moved on from the incident and is concentrating on his game.
However, he has faced backlash from fans, including a hostile reception in Rotterdam and Liverpool. Littler remains unfazed by the criticism and is confident in his abilities, having recently secured an impressive win in Liverpool. He believes that the dispute has been blown out of proportion and that both players have moved on.
Littler's success in Liverpool was particularly significant, given his history of receiving a cold welcome in the city due to his support for Manchester United. Nevertheless, he proved that he can perform under pressure, silencing his critics with a series of impressive victories.