Luke Littler hires well-known bodyguard who once worked for two Premier League stars

Luke Littler has added increased security as his profile in darts has risen, with bodyguard Peter Purkins reported to have worked previously for Thierry Henry and Peter Crouch.

Luke Littler has increased his public security as his profile in darts has grown after a run of major wins. He first gained wide attention at 16 by reaching the World Darts Championship final and later won the Premier League and back-to-back World Championships. After becoming the youngest-ever world champion, his former management, ZXF Sports, brought in bodyguard Peter Purkins to accompany him at events. Littler ended his five-year relationship with ZXF in October and is now represented by Target Darts, which also supplies his equipment. Key details: - Peter Purkins was brought in by Littler's previous management, ZXF Sports, after Littler's rise to prominence. - Purkins is reported to have previously worked for former Premier League players Thierry Henry and Peter Crouch. - Littler has won multiple PDC titles, including the Premier League and consecutive World Darts Championships. - Martin Foulds, who ran ZXF Sports, stepped away from the industry after eight years; the split with Littler was described as amicable. - Littler is now fully represented by Target Darts, and reports claim he signed a long-term contract said to be worth £20 million over 10 years. - Littler's next scheduled events include the Bahrain Darts Masters on January 15-16 and the Saudi Arabia Darts Masters. Summary: Littler's growing public profile has led to practical measures such as increased on-site security and a change in management. He moved from ZXF Sports to a management relationship with Target Darts, and his immediate sporting calendar includes the Bahrain Darts Masters on January 15-16 followed by the Saudi Arabia Darts Masters.