Luke Littler is confident that few opponents can match the form he displayed at the World Matchplay, and he has set his sights on completing a clean sweep of all major titles by 2026. The 19‑year‑old, who captured the 2026 PDC World Championship earlier this year, produced a stunning performance in Blackpool, outshining the legendary Phil Taylor’s historic Matchplay average of 106.31 by posting a remarkable 111.04. During a mural unveiling in his hometown of Warrington, Littler told Sky Sports, "I feel fantastic.
With a showing like that, not many can stop me. An average of 111 is simply extraordinary." He went on to note that his recent victories have left him in a position to chase an unprecedented achievement in professional darts. To date, the teenage prodigy has collected every major PDC title on the 2026 calendar: the World Championship, World Masters, UK Open, Premier League, World Cup and, most recently, the World Matchplay. If he can continue this momentum, he could become the first player ever to win all eight ranking events in a single season.
Littler admitted the prospect of a clean sweep is constantly on his mind as he prepares for the upcoming Players Championship Finals, where he hopes to defend his title. "The clean sweep is very much on my radar," he said. "I can’t look too far ahead – I’m not going to say I’ll win the World Championship again right now, that’s still five or six months away. Right now I’m focusing on the events in front of me.
I even have a two‑week holiday to Orlando coming up, which is a nice break, but the clean‑sweep goal stays front and centre." When asked about his schedule, Littler explained that his focus will be on qualifying for the Minehead finals and then tackling the remaining major stops on the tour, such as the World Series and the European Championships. "It’s a busy end of the year, but I’ll take it one tournament at a time," he added. If Littler does manage to claim every major title, he believes the feat would rank among the greatest achievements in sport. "For darts, it would be up there with the best ever accomplishments," he remarked.
"No one has ever done it before, and I love breaking records." The mural unveiling was a celebration of his rapid rise. Unveiled just four days after his decisive win over Gerwyn Price in Blackpool, the artwork features Littler’s signature and provided a backdrop for fan photos and a quick exhibition match in front of the gathered crowd.
While the attention is flattering, Littler remains grounded both mentally and physically. "The mural looks amazing," he said. "I saw it the day before and didn’t want to see it, but they did a fantastic job. It’s huge – you can see it from miles away.
At first they wanted me to sit on the roof, but I said no, I’ll just stand on the pavement." Looking ahead, Littler’s next competitive appearance will be on the Pro Tour in Leicester on August 25‑26, where he will compete in Players Championship 27 and 28. Those events will be crucial for securing his place at the Players Championship Finals in Minehead later in the season.
Beyond the immediate goals, Littler’s ambition reflects a broader shift in the sport, where younger players are challenging established veterans and redefining what is possible at a young age. His 111.04 average in Blackpool not only broke a long‑standing benchmark set by Taylor but also signalled a new era of high‑scoring consistency. As he continues to add titles to his résumé, the darts community watches closely to see whether he can indeed complete the elusive clean sweep, a milestone that would cement his status as one of the game’s all‑time greats.
Whether he ultimately achieves the historic run or not, Littler’s confidence, work ethic, and willingness to push the boundaries of performance have already made him a standout figure in modern darts. Fans can expect more high‑octane displays, record‑breaking averages, and perhaps another mural or two as he pursues his ambitious roadmap toward an unprecedented clean‑sweep of the sport’s most coveted trophies.