Overview

• Littler defeated world No. 1 Luke Humphries 8-4 in the New Zealand Masters final to secure back-to-back World Series titles.
• He produced a tournament-high 115 average in the final following near-109 averages in victories over Mike De Decker and Gerwyn Price.
• Humphries praised Littler’s form, calling him “untouchable” after surrendering his title.
• Manager Martin Foulds returned home ill, prompting Littler to rely on girlfriend Faith Millar for support on the Australasian tour.
• Despite his run, he stays world No. 2, heading into the Flanders Trophy on August 29 following a week off in England.