'I think Lando will win' - Luke Littler will not be attending Sports Personality of the Year ceremony

Littler, who kicked off the defence of his world Darts title on Thursday with a comfortable win, said: “No, I’m not going to it."

Luke Littler says he will not be attending the BBC Sports Personality of the Year ceremony (Adam Davy/PA)

Luke Littler revealed he will not be attending the BBC Sports Personality of the Year ceremony next week.

The 18-year-old has made the six-person shortlist for the prestigious prize for his exploits over an incredible year of success, which kicked off in January when he became the youngest ever world champion.