Luke Littler’s manager sets record straight after darts whizz was branded ‘arrogant’ by rivals

After shooting to the top of the darts pyramid, teenage talent Luke Littler has been hit with accusations of arrogance – but his manager insists nothing could be further from the truth

Luke Littler’s manager has denied any suggestions the darts star is arrogant

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There’s nothing like fame and fortune as a teenager to inflate the ego.

But Luke Littler’s manager, Martin Foulds, has sought to dissuade any growing sentiment that the darts phenomenon has become arrogant. The youngster shot to stardom after finishing as a runner-up at the World Darts Championship at just 16, and he’s since claimed senior titles in Bahrain and Belgium.

It was in Wieze that semi-finalist Ricardo Pietreczko blared in Littler’s face and dubbed him arrogant after losing to the Englishman, albeit later apologising for his actions. Raymond van Barneveld – whom Littler has repeatedly referenced as his idol growing up – also told the prospect to “f*** off” for a perceived lack of disrespect for not texting him back.