Luke Humphries says that his recent victory at the World Grand Prix has left him feeling primed to capture a second World Championship title, and he would love to meet fellow Englishman Luke Littler in the championship final. Humphries lifted his first major trophy since winning the 2025 Premier League when he rallied from a 0-3 deficit to defeat Gerwyn Price 6-4 in the double‑start final, sealing the win with a spectacular 11‑dart finish after breaking Price’s throw in the tenth leg to claim the ninth set. The 31‑year‑old, nicknamed "Cool Hand," has already bested Littler in the 2024 World Championship and in last season’s Premier League, yet he has been on the losing side in his last four major finals against "The Nuke," Gerwyn Price, including the 2025 World Grand Prix.
Humphries, who endured four consecutive days of competition in Leicester last week, believes that succeeding in a set‑based format has boosted his confidence ahead of the similar structure he will face at Alexandra Palace from 11 December, when the World Championship is broadcast live on Sky Sports. Speaking to Sky Sports, the world No. 2 explained, "Playing four days straight is tough, but I’ve done it countless times before. I know the World Championship will test you over three grueling days – the quarter‑finals, semi‑finals and the final.
Having just secured a major tournament, I feel in a great mental space to chase the World title again." He went on to say, "My aim now is to reach the World final and face Luke again. The real darts fans know I’m still here and capable of winning. I’ve come very close to beating Luke in several majors over the past six to eight months, and I think he enjoys the rivalry as much as I do." Humphries added a personal note about his relationship with Littler, "He deserves massive credit for what he’s achieved in the sport.
He’s one of my closest friends on tour. I know many people don’t like that, but I respect him because he’s a fantastic kid. The negativity he receives is undeserved – he’s doing amazing things for darts." With nine PDC major titles to his name, Humphries now sits fifth on the all‑time major‑wins list, trailing only Phil Taylor, Michael van Gerwen, current world champion Luke Littler and James Wade. He reflected on this achievement, "Nine majors and two World Cups in just three years is insane.
If I keep playing for another 15 or 20 years, who knows how many more I could add? The sport now offers many more opportunities with a plethora of major events, which is great for my confidence. I’m hoping to add another big one to my collection this year." Humphries also addressed the criticism he often faces after a dip in form, noting, "After a few months of not playing my best, people start to write me off, saying I’m finished. Yet I always bounce back, popping up in a major tournament or a final.
Those last four legs against Price, I was laser‑focused and determined – nobody could stop me." During the Grand Prix final, Humphries sported a noticeable scab on his scalp, which he later attributed to an allergic reaction to makeup used during the filming of the TV show Bullseye. He joked on stage after his win, "Harry Potter did well, didn’t he?!" and later told Sky Sports, "It’s been a big story of the week. I think I’m fine, but it might have gotten infected, so I’ll get that sorted." Looking ahead, the European Tour continues with the Swiss Darts Trophy from 9‑11 October and the Dutch Darts Championship from 16‑18 October, before the European Championship in Dortmund, Germany, scheduled for 22‑25 October. Sky Sports remains the primary broadcaster for darts, covering the Grand Slam of Darts (14‑22 November) and the World Darts Championship (10 December‑3 January).
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