Darts Star Luke Littler Moves into Swanky New Home as He Prepares for Championship Glory
Darts sensation Luke Littler, known as “The Nuke,” has scored a major win off the oche, moving into a luxurious five-bedroom house on the outskirts of Warrington. The 17-year-old prodigy has relocated from his family’s modest £180,000 two-bedroom semi-detached home to a £6,000-a-month rental property complete with a pool, expansive garden, and six bathrooms, via the Express.
Littler, who has made a big splash in the world of darts, shared a glimpse of his new lifestyle on Instagram, posting a snap by the pool, captioned “Super Sunday,” as he enjoyed football on a massive screen. The move also sees his parents, Anthony Buckley, 43, and Lisa Littler, 40, enjoying the new home with their son. They even posted cozy pictures of themselves relaxing by the pool, with their French bulldog Nala close by.
Though the family has moved 25 minutes away from their old neighborhood, Luke’s new digs ensure he stays close to his favorite kebab shops, with three located less than a mile away. According to The Mirror, the Cat and Lion pub in Warrington is ready to welcome the young star, with Deputy Manager Lauren Gilchrist expressing excitement about his success. “He’d be more than welcome in the pub any time,” Gilchrist said, adding that Littler’s achievements have inspired many local youngsters to pick up darts.
The pub has even seen an influx of dart enthusiasts, with an extra dartboard added last January during the World Darts Championship to accommodate the growing crowd of aspiring players. “Even though we don’t know him personally, he only lives down the road, and Warrington always comes together to support one of their own,” Gilchrist added.
Luke Littler narrowly missed out on the championship title last year, but he’s gearing up for another shot at glory this December, just before his 18th birthday. Since bursting onto the scene at 16, Littler’s net worth has skyrocketed, with former PDC Chairman Barry Hearn predicting he could hit the million-pound mark before he’s even old enough to order a pint.
Speaking on the Barry Hearn Show, Hearn said, “I think it could be this year. I’d be surprised if he didn’t, to be honest. There are darts players out there earning well over £1m – £2m per year as it is. For Luke and the sport, it’s just the beginning.”
As Littler continues his rise in the world of darts, he’s not only making waves on the board but also enjoying the rewards of his early success.