Luke Littler is considering insuring his valuable arm against potential injuries or damages for a significant sum of money. At just 18 years old, he is already the highest-earning player in the world of darts and aims to follow the footsteps of other high-profile athletes who protect their future earnings with insurance policies.
Similar to David Beckham, who insured his legs for £100 million, and Australian cricket legend Merv Hughes, who secured a £200,000 policy for his iconic moustache, Littler acknowledges the possibility of insuring his throwing arm.
With a potential career span of another two decades and a consistent rate of prize money accumulation seen in his initial season on the Professional Darts Corporation circuit, the young world champion could safeguard potential earnings exceeding £30 million.
Littler disclosed, “I haven’t obtained insurance yet, but considering the unpredictable nature of our profession and the substantial prize money at stake, it’s a prudent decision to explore this option. Currently, I approach each tournament one step at a time, but as the stakes increase, the need for serious financial protection becomes apparent.”
Tonight at Manchester’s AO Arena, Luke Littler, also known as Luke the Nuke, will be welcomed by a sold-out crowd as he aims to extend his lead in the BetMGM Premier League. Despite facing Gerwyn Price, who has a winning record against him in previous encounters, Littler remains focused on his game plan without added pressure to defeat his opponent.
Excited about returning to Manchester as the reigning world champion, Littler is eager to compete and potentially claim another title. He, along with other top-ranked players, anticipates the increased prize money announced by PDC president Barry Hearn from 2026, including the coveted £1 million prize for winning the World Championship.
Expressing his ambition to secure back-to-back victories and compete for substantial rewards, Littler emphasized the allure of being the first player to win the £1 million prize. The competitive spirit among players is high as they strive for success and financial gains in the darts circuit.
Upcoming Matches: Chris Dobey vs. Michael van Gerwen, Nathan Aspinall vs. Rob Cross, Luke Littler vs. Gerwyn Price, Stephen Bunting vs. Luke Humphries.