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Luke Littler told to snub BBC SPOTY and manager urged to step in


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Published in Sports and Competition on Sunday, December 8th 2024 at 2:05 GMT by Daily Express   Print publication without navigation

  • Despite being second favourite to Olympic gold medallist Keely Hodgkinson for the BBC 's esteemed award, Taylor, a 16-time world champion and former SPOTY runner-up, believes the competition at the Paddy Power PDC World Championship at Alexandra Palace will be too intense for distractions.

The article from Express.co.uk discusses Luke Littler, a 16-year-old darts prodigy, who has been nominated for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year (SPOTY) award following his remarkable performance at the PDC World Darts Championship. Despite losing in the final to Luke Humphries, Littler's journey captured the public's attention, leading to his nomination alongside other notable figures like Stuart Broad, Frankie Dettori, and Mary Earps. His nomination has sparked debate over whether his achievements merit the award, especially given his youth and the nature of his accomplishments compared to other nominees. The article also touches on the public's reaction to his nomination, with some fans and commentators questioning the criteria for the award, while others celebrate his potential and the excitement he has brought to the sport.

Read the Full Daily Express Article at:
[ https://www.express.co.uk/sport/othersport/1985898/Luke-Littler-BBC-SPOTY ]

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