Luke Humphries wins on first night of World Darts Championship as he experiences a stage first at Ally Pally

LUKE HUMPHRIES avoided a Brexit from the World Darts Championship as he sent France’s top player back over the Channel.

The last time a reigning world darts champion lost on the opening night at Ally Pally was Canadian John Part 16 years ago.

GettyLuke Humphries cruised into the third round of the World Darts Championships[/caption] RexHumphries celebrates winning 3-0 against Thibault Tricole[/caption]

But at the scene of his greatest triumph, Cool Hand Luke did not suffer...