The Millhouse backs Luke Littler at the World Darts Championship
In a debut that stirred the world’s darts scene, Warrington’s very own Luke Littler, also dubbed as “The Nuke,” aimed to achieve the unthinkable – winning the World Darts Championship at the young age of 16. This feat, if accomplished, would have surpassed the record set by the legendary Michael Van Gerwen at the age of 24.
Although he couldn’t bring home the ultimate prize in darts, Luke captured millions of fans for his heroic display throughout the tournament, making the game look easy. On his journey to the final, Luke claimed a handful of records, including being the youngest finalist ever in the PDC history.
The Millstone in Warrington was supporting the local lad all the way, not only is he a local to our pub, he has a special connection as his older brother Leon works here as a bartender.
Despite Luke Humphries clinching the title, Luke Littler can hold his head high, knowing that future opportunities for glory await. The Millstone and the Warrington fans are thrilled with his performance, and he has truly done himself and the area proud. Catch the morning-after reaction video featured on ITV News on our Facebook page.
The pub has played host to a darting hub full of excitement with hundreds of fans during every knockout round. For the final, it transformed into a “Luke Littler wonderland” with banners plastered everywhere. Witness the gripping game and customer reactions in the “Battle of the Luke’s” on our Instagram here.
With darts fever sweeping across the nation, we’ve seen a huge increase in the interest of darts and the joining of local teams across our pubs. The Millhouse has its own darts team and the Warrington wonder kid has inspired the next generation of darts players to stand up to the oche. You can find your nearest Joseph Holt pub with a dart board here, get involved with this thriving sport and all the community and joy it brings to the pubs.
Fans gathered round watching the darts world championship final
Come on the Nuke!
Lethal on the 19s
Double 16
News teams interviewing the locals
Lights, camera, action - with Lisa the Land Lady of The Millhouse
