A remarkable 15-year-old darts player, Mitchell Lawrie, has amazed Luke Littler with his exceptional skills at the WDF World Championship held at Lakeside. Lawrie set a new record by becoming the youngest player to win at Lakeside after defeating Tomoya Maruyama and then Jason Brandon 3-0, showcasing impressive performance with five maximums and precise checkouts.
Lawrie’s outstanding performance also earned him the highest average score of 97.21 at the tournament. Littler expressed his astonishment towards Lawrie’s talent on the WDF Darts Instagram account, stating, “This kid is a joke.”
Lawrie, filled with pride, reflected on his victory over Brandon, acknowledging the challenge he faced against the experienced player. Despite a brief setback, Lawrie swiftly regained control and sealed his triumph, emphasizing the importance of his strong start and crowd support throughout the match.
Lawrie’s exceptional gameplay, marked by swift leg finishes and near-perfect darts, earned him praise from the audience. Despite a momentary lapse in concentration towards the end, Lawrie refocused to secure his win. Reflecting on his missed match darts, Lawrie dismissed nerves as a factor and attributed the miss to external distractions.
Looking ahead, the PDC World Darts Championship is set to begin on December 11, with fans able to watch every match live exclusively on Sky’s Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle.