Sky Sports activities pundit Mark Webster admitted being left surprised by Luke Littler’s row with Gian van Veen in Manchester final week.
Tensions boiled over between Van Veen and Littler (Picture: Getty)
The Premier League Darts returns this night, with Sky Sports activities pundit Mark Webster set for a clumsy reunion with Luke Littler in Brighton. Littler made headlines final week after dropping to Gian van Veen, having gestured in the direction of the group when the Dutchman missed double 15 for the match.
Van Veen’s glare sparked an indignant response from Littler, who threw his arms up and gestured to the group. The world champion then missed a checkout of his personal earlier than Van Veen ultimately closed out a fiery quarter‑remaining, successful 6–5. He later described Littler’s behaviour as ‘out of order.’ Former BDO world champion Webster defended Van Veen, telling Paddy Energy: “I used to be a bit flabbergasted by all of it, actually.
“I don’t see what the issue was for Luke, and I believe Gian carried out himself very well. Gian naturally rotated in disappointment after lacking the match dart and Luke was simply geeing up the group.
“I believe Gian took a little bit of reservation to that however I don’t suppose there was any want for the kind of response after [from Littler]. Gian composed himself nicely to get it collectively, and Luke’s simply obtained to refocus this week.”
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“I’m not saying it’s an ideal atmosphere for him, but it surely’s not one thing that bothers him. You’re going to get a response and he’ll put in a superb show.”
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