Luke Littler was virtually unknown a year ago. Now he is making millions, transcending his sport and is searched for more often on Google than King Charles and the British Prime Minister.

Anyone aiming to get too close to darts sensation Luke “The Nuke” ­Littler should probably think again. The 17-year-old world champion’s management has employed a burly minder to protect him.

Teenage phenomenon Luke Littler became the youngest ever darts world champion on Friday when he swept past three-time winner Michael van Gerwen 7-3 in the final. Despite still being just 17 ...