NUKE HAS THE POWER

Taylor fears record will fall to Littler

- MIKE WALTERS

PHIL TAYLOR has not ruled out Luke Littler surpassing his record stockpile of 16 world titles - because he's got a 12-year head start.

"The Power' was 29 years and four months old when he landed the first of his World Championship crowns in 1990 by demolishing Eric Bristow in the final.

But Littler conquered the globe at 17 when he beat Michael van Gerwen to become the youngest darts world champion in history.

Taylor was 52 when he wore the PDC World Championship crown for the last time in 2013.

He watched the 'Luke the Nuke' go nuclear at Alexandra Palace last Friday night and said: "It's entirely up to Luke how long he plays, how dedicated he remains and how many titles he wins.

"For now, just let the kid play. He's a world champion at 17, and he's just brilliant.

"When people ask how many world titles he can win, don't forget he has all the time in the world if he wants it.