A remarkable 15-year-old darts prodigy, Mitchell Lawrie, has left Luke Littler in awe with his outstanding performances at the WDF World Championship held at Lakeside. Lawrie made history by becoming the youngest player to clinch a victory at Lakeside by defeating Tomoya Maruyama and then proceeding to defeat Jason Brandon 3-0, showcasing impressive skills with five maximums and remarkable checkouts.
Lawrie’s exceptional display also included an impressive 97.21 average, the highest seen at the championship so far. Littler, reacting on the WDF Darts Instagram account, expressed his amazement, stating, “This kid is a joke.”
Following his triumph over Brandon, Lawrie expressed his elation, stating, “I’m absolutely buzzing with myself, to be honest.” Despite facing the experienced number two seed, Lawrie maintained a strong start and acknowledged the challenge posed by Brandon, who reached the semi-finals the previous year.
Lawrie’s swift performance in the first set, finishing each leg in under 15 darts, was met with enthusiasm from the crowd, propelling him to a solid victory. Despite a missed opportunity for a nine-darter, Lawrie managed to execute a superb 134 checkout, further impressing spectators.
As Lawrie navigated towards victory, a brief setback allowed Brandon to gain momentum, prompting Lawrie to elevate his game and secure the win. Lawrie acknowledged his momentary lapse in focus but credited the crowd’s support for reigniting his performance and guiding him to success.
When questioned about any nerves during crucial moments, Lawrie dismissed the notion, attributing a missed double two to external distractions from the crowd. Lawrie’s exceptional performance at Lakeside sets the stage for an exciting upcoming PDC World Darts Championship starting on December 11, with exclusive live coverage available through Sky’s Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle.