Luke Littler set the tone with one purchase after teenager banked huge payday

At just 18 years of age, phenomenon has amassed a staggering £1.8million net worth. Despite his fortune, his modest spending from the outset has shown that fame was never going to change the young star. Littler will be hopeful of defending his title when the 2025 season reaches its climax this Thursday at The 02 Arena in London.

Now known for regularly stunning the darts scene, 'The Nuke' beat World No.1 Luke Humphries a year ago to win the competition during his debut season. Winning the in January also meant Littler became one of the game's biggest icons, but it was during the Worlds the previous year - after pocketing £35,000 at the time - that fans got a glimpse of how Littler spends his earnings with a level head. And it's a trait he maintains to this day despite his growing riches.

"I always treat myself to some Under Armour tracksuits," Littler told in December 2023 - before he got to his first Worlds final - regarding how he disburses his prize funds.

"And just get myself a new coat and get myself some FIFA points for my Xbox. That's pretty much it. That's what I've always done. When I win money, I just treat myself, buy some packs, get some good players."

Even after bagging £200,000 from reaching the final in the 2024 tournament, Littler's prudent approach to finances didn't waver, proving his extraordinary down-to-earth nature remains intact amidst his rising stardom.

In a candid revelation from September 2024, the teenage darting sensation admitted his most extravagant purchase was quite modest: "I bought myself a nice bag," he said.

The youngest ever World Champion has not only clinched the World Championships and Premier League but also triumphed in the Grand Slam, World Series Finals, and the 2025 UK Open, significantly boosting his bank account. Originally from a £180,000 two-bedroom semi in Warrington, Littler's success has allowed him to relocate his family to a more spacious abode in the leafy Cheshire suburbs, which he is reportedly renting.

Despite his newfound wealth and endorsement deals with brands like BooHooMan, KP Nuts and Xbox, Littler's choice of vehicle also remains surprisingly humble. "I've always loved a Mercedes A-Class - just a small car," he said earlier this year.

"Last year, I was looking at driving, and I loved the Ford Focus, but now I've gone up in the world just a little. If I get a car, it won't be a birthday present from anyone. I think it would have to be a birthday present from me to me."

Littler now faces Gerwyn Price, who has won six of their past eight meetings, on Thursday night, in semi-final one of the finale. This year the winner will pocket £275,000 in prize money while the runner-up will earn £125,000. The two losing semi-finalists will be handed £85,000 each.