World No. 1 Luke Littler revealed he initially assumed his Netflix special, “Beat Luke Littler,” would feature amateur “pub players,” expressing genuine surprise when the final lineup included professional talent like Fallon Sherrock and junior stars Mitchell Lawrie and Zach Griffiths. The darts star admitted to the Press Association that he knew “just over half” of the competitors before the event, a realization that shifted his perspective on the competition’s intensity.
World No. 1 admits surprise at Fallon Sherrock’s inclusion ahead of Grand Slam defence
Sherrock, who reached the third round of the PDC World Darts Championship in 2020, claimed the £501,000 jackpot by defeating Littler in a one-leg shoot-out on October 30. Despite criticism from Sky Sports pundit Mark Webster regarding her inclusion, Littler defended the “Queen of the Palace” as a worthy winner, noting that she checked out in just 15 darts to end his 14-match winning streak. The upset highlighted the unpredictable nature of the event, which blended high-level PDC competition with unique challenges.
As Littler prepares to defend his Grand Slam of Darts title live on Sky Sports starting Saturday, the focus shifts back to the professional circuit. The Englishman will face Beau Greaves in the group stage, aiming to secure another major trophy. His recent Netflix appearance, while a commercial success, has only reinforced his status as the sport’s dominant force, entering the Grand Slam with the confidence of a player who has already proven his resilience against unexpected opponents.
Source: Sky Sports
