Luke Humphries has been hailed for his poignant gesture to grieving darts hero Glen Durrant during Premier League finals night. The world number one took to the O2 stage with ambitions to add another title to his already impressive trophy haul following his World Championship victory earlier this year. Cool Hand fell short of victory as teen sensation Luke Littler stormed to his first major title, landing a nine-dart finish in an 11-7 triumph in front of a crowd of over 14,000 - a new record for professional darts.
Before the night's action, Humphries took time to embrace ex-Premier League champion Durrant, whose father passed away earlier this week. It was a memorable night for 'Duzza' for another reason as he called Littler's nine-darter. He exclaimed "Yes! You beauty" as the 'The Nuke' hit the double 12 he needed to complete a perfect leg.
Durrant shared the touching moment with Humphries on social media, writing: "Been a tough week. This has just made things ok again @OfficialPDC #Dad." Luke Humphries shows his true colours with message to Luke Littler Luke Littler directs angry message seconds after first Premier League title Durrant's nephew, Jamie, a fellow darts player, also voiced his admiration for Humphries, posting: "One of the biggest nights of his life and he takes the time to do this [heart emoji] respect just went through the roof for this.
" The players were locked at 5-5 before the break, only for Littler to speed away after his nine-darter. Humphries was spo.
