
Luke Littler has revealed that Prince William expressed a desire to attend the PDC World Darts Championship following a conversation between the pair at Windsor Castle.The teenage sensation disclosed this week that he had an extensive discussion with the heir to the throne about the remarkable expansion of darts during his visit to receive an MBE.Littler indicated that the prince described the annual tournament at Alexandra Palace as an appealing evening out.The encounter occurred after the 19-year-old was formally presented with his honour last week in recognition of his contributions to the sport.Prince William is ‘keen for Ally Pally night out’ after meeting Luke Littler | PAThe reigning world champion admitted that arriving at Windsor Castle left him questioning how he had reached such heights.”Turning up to Windsor Castle, it was just like, ‘How am I here? Why am I here?’ It was a crazy experience,” he told Sky Sports.Littler acknowledged that such honours are rarely bestowed upon individuals of his age, but reflected on the extraordinary influence he has had on darts since bursting onto the scene.”Obviously, they don’t usually come to people so young, but for what I’ve done for my sport, it’s been incredible, and the notice has been fantastic,” he added.Littler made history when he claimed the world championship at just 17 years and 347 days old, becoming the youngest player ever to lift the title | PAThe prince revealed during their chat that he has been keeping track of Littler’s meteoric rise through the sport.”Prince William said he’s been following the journey, and we were just talking about how Darts has blown up,” Littler explained.The heir to the throne went further, suggesting the atmosphere at Ally Pally appealed to him personally.”He even said himself it looks like a good night out, so maybe we’ll see Prince William at Ally Pally this year!” Littler said.The heir to the throne suggested the atmosphere at Ally Pally appealed to him personally | PAThe teenager quipped that securing seats would pose no difficulty. “I didn’t invite him, but if he needs a few tickets, I’m sure myself or the PDC will sort some.”Littler must now shift his attention to the Premier League Darts playoffs, where he will compete at The O2 Arena on Thursday evening in pursuit of another major trophy.The world champion and Luke Humphries remain the leading contenders for the title, with their rivalry having dominated professional darts for months.The pair have contested the previous two Premier League finals, with Humphries emerging victorious last year.Littler acknowledged some fans might consider another meeting between the two Lukes repetitive, but insisted neither can be faulted for consistently reaching finals.”We’ve shared most majors over the past year or two, but let’s see what happens Thursday,” he said.