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England’s Littler and Humphries Dominate in World Cup Final

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England's Luke Littler and Luke Humphries capped the World Cup of Darts with a 10‑5 win over Netherlands' Michael van Gerwen and Gian van Veen. The match saw the top‑seeded pair dominate, ending a record‑extending sixth title for Britain. Their victory comes after a shaky second‑round exit the previous year.

England averaged an unprecedented 104.7, the highest final average ever, while van Gerwen struggled to hit doubles. The Dutch pair pushed back to 5‑4 before van Gerwen blew a break‑of‑throw by missing D13, sealing the contest. The win grants the pair £100,000 and cements their place as the tournament's most dominant force.

Humphries claims his second World Cup triumph after last year’s win with Michael Smith, while Littler secures his first after a missed attempt in 2025. The victory restores confidence following a defeat to Germany’s Pietreczko and Schindler, and positions the duo for a clean sweep of major titles, including the pending European Championships.

England’s 10‑5 win marks the first time the world’s top two seeds have faced each other in a final since 2020, when Wales claimed victory over England. With a flawless performance, the pair’s average of 104.7 and decisive finishes underline their dominance, ensuring Britain’s sixth title and setting a new benchmark for future tournaments.