Paul Lim humorously responded to Luke Littler’s desire to avoid facing him at the darts world championships by suggesting that Littler must have been joking. Lim, aged 71, made history by becoming the oldest player to secure a victory at the tournament, surpassing the previous record held by John MaGowan.
Before the world championships began, Littler had mentioned Lim as one of the players he wished to steer clear of, along with Beau Greaves. Lim, reflecting on Littler’s remarks, expressed his initial disbelief, considering it a jest until he realized Littler was serious, prompting Lim to quip that Littler must have been “out of his mind.”
Acknowledging Littler’s talent, Lim also praised his next opponent, Luke Humphries, labeling him as a standout player in the PDC. Lim compared Littler to a prodigy like Tiger Woods, emphasizing the exceptional qualities he sees in the young player.
Luke Littler secured a spot in the second round of the world championships after defeating Darius Labanauskas. Littler acknowledged the challenges of the game but expressed satisfaction with his performance, highlighting the importance of settling nerves and winning crucial sets in competitive matches.
The upcoming clash between Littler and Humphries at the Ally Pally has generated excitement among fans and players alike, with Lim and other darts enthusiasts eagerly anticipating the outcome of the competition.