Luke Littler, the 17-year-old darts sensation, has been managing his skyrocketing earnings wisely, with his most lavish purchase to date being a new bag.

The young prodigy outdid himself at Alexandra Palace last week, clinching his first Sid Waddell trophy in a 7-3 victory over Michael van Gerwen, just a year after his defeat to Luke Humphries.

In addition to reaffirming his status as the PDC's top player, Littler also boosted his already impressive career earnings. After just one year among the darting elite, he added £500,000 to an already staggering £1million in prize money.

This figure doesn't even take into account the various endorsements and brand deals that 'The Nuke' has secured.

However, contrary to what many might expect, Littler hasn't been splurging his winnings. His comments following a title win on the Pro Tour last summer painted a different picture, reports the Mirror.

After winning the Players Championship 20 title in September, shortly after pocketing £80k from the World Series of Darts in Amsterdam, Littler was asked about his biggest purchase. His response was revealing.

"I bought myself a nice bag," the teenager joked, suggesting that his then-approximate £500,000 in darts winnings were not being wasted.

He does now have his sights set on a first car. Following his triumph at Ally Pally which propelled him to World No. 2 - Littler was asked if learning to drive was on his to-do list, and what his preferred vehicle would be.

"I've always loved a Mercedes A-Class - just a small car," Littler shared. "Last year, I was looking at driving, and I loved the Ford Focus, but now I've gone up in the world just a little!

"I haven't had driving lessons yet because it's been so hectic, but I'm going to have to do it before I get into my twenties when it'll be too late and I can't be bothered. If I get a car, it won't be a birthday present from anyone. I think it would have to be a birthday present from me to me."

Despite the potential expense of a new vehicle dwarfing that of any bag he might buy, Littler's choice in cars remains modest.

The teenage darting champion, known as The Nuke, exhibits spending habits that suggest a mature approach to his newfound success. With an extraordinary talent that reaches for the stars, he keeps his feet on the ground.

"I have knuckled down. I don't go out wandering around the streets," said Littler, reflecting on his championship win. "I have really knuckled down, and now it has paid off. This is why we play the game - for the titles. Obviously the money is there, but one thing I do enjoy when I do lift the trophy is when all the confetti comes down and the sparkles go up."