Littler defeats Anderson to reach UK Open quarter-finals
Reigning champion Luke Littler moves into the quarter-finals of the UK Open with a comfortable 10-5 win over Gary Anderson at Minehead.
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UK Open champion four years ago and competitor in the tournament.
Daryl Gurney is a Northern Irish professional dart player recognized for his performances in major events.
Gary Anderson is a Scottish professional dart player known for his success in PDC championships.
Gerwyn Price is a Welsh professional darts player known for his competitive spirit and success.
James Wade is an English darts player and one of the prominent figures in the sport.
Jonny Clayton is a Welsh professional darts player and former major champion.
Josh Rock is a Northern Irish dart player known for his rising talent in the PDC.
Darts player who was narrowly defeated by Gerwyn Price.
Krzysztof Ratajski is a Polish professional darts player.
Luke Humphries is an English professional darts player who has competed at the highest level.
Luke Littler is a young and talented darts player known for his achievements in recent tournaments.
Darts player who lost to Jonny Clayton.
Michael van Gerwen is a Dutch professional darts player and former world champion.
Darts player who won his match against Daryl Gurney.
World championship semi-finalist who lost to Krzysztof Ratajski.
Darts player defeated by Josh Rock.
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Reigning champion Luke Littler moves into the quarter-finals of the UK Open with a comfortable 10-5 win over Gary Anderson at Minehead.
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