Overview

• Littler, 18, drew praise from O’Sullivan as “phenomenal,” with the snooker great saying the darts star is effectively number one already and should keep his feet on the ground.
• Littler’s World Grand Prix campaign includes wins over Gian van Veen and Mike De Decker, followed by a hard-fought clash with Gerwyn Price on Friday.
• O’Sullivan, 49, contrasted Littler’s rapid ascent with his own gradual climb, noting the youngster’s ability to time peaks and understand his game.
• The seven-time world snooker champion exited the Snooker Grand Prix 5–2 to Gary Wilson and reiterated he will be selective about events he enters.
• He indicated plans to target major tournaments such as the UK Championship and Tour Championship, while one tabloid separately reported Littler had reached the World Grand Prix final against Luke Humphries.