Darts chief makes feelings clear on spectacular row between Luke Littler and fans

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PDC chief executive Matt Porter has addressed the hostile reception Luke Littler has encountered from darts audiences across multiple venues and countries this season.The 19-year-old's relationship with spectators has deteriorated significantly following specific flashpoints this year.At the most recent World Championship, Littler reacted angrily towards the crowd after they backed Rob Cross during their quarter-final encounter.His on-stage confrontation with Dutch player Gian van Veen in Manchester on 2 April during the Premier League further soured public sentiment towards the teenage sensation.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Speaking to Sky Sports, Porter acknowledged the two-time world champion has generally flourished when facing crowd antagonism but suggested a shift in tactics might be necessary."Luke has always enjoyed interacting with the crowd and I don't think he minds it too much to a level," Porter said."Obviously if you're going to wind the crowd up a little bit, as he...

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