By TheWorldNews7 News Desk
Luke Littler's quest to win every major televised darts tournament has been delayed following a quarter-final defeat at the European Championship in Dortmund. The 19-year-old was knocked out by Krzysztof Ratajski in a 10-6 loss, preventing him from becoming only the second player, after Michael van Gerwen, to complete the set of major titles.
Ratajski Secures Career Milestone
The victory marked a significant moment for the Polish player, who reflected on the achievement as the best win of his career. Ratajski noted his previous struggles against Littler, stating that the youngster had consistently beaten him in past encounters despite Ratajski occasionally holding an early lead.
Tournament Progress and Semi-Final Lineup
Following his victory, Ratajski is set to face Martin Schindler in the semi-finals. Schindler reached the final four after a dominant 10-1 performance against Jonny Clayton, winning nine consecutive legs during the match. In the other semi-final, Gerwyn Price will compete against Ross Smith. Price secured his place with a 10-3 win over Stephen Bunting, narrowly missing a nine-dart finish after eight perfect darts.
Littler's Recent Form and Future Projects
The loss in Dortmund follows a string of unexpected exits for Littler, including the quarter-finals of the World Series of Darts and the first round of the World Grand Prix. As his competitive run in Dortmund ends, Littler's focus shifts to an upcoming Netflix production, where he will compete against 24 players for a £501,000 prize. The show has drawn attention due to the inclusion of competitive players like Fallon Sherrock and Mitchell Lawrie in the lineup.
