Luke Littler has snapped back at Dennis Priestley after the darts icon criticised the decision to give the reigning world champion an MBE. Littler burst onto the scene two years ago, reaching the final of the World Championship in his debut appearance before being crowned Ally Pally king 12 months later.  

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