Rob Cross was defeated by Luke Littler 6-2 in the World Darts Championship semi-finals on Tuesday, 2 January 2024.
The former World Champion, who won the tournament in 2018, was unable to overcome the young sensation.
What happened in the semi-finals?
Littler, just 16 years old, produced a stunning performance to book his place in the final.
He averaged 106.05 and hit three 130-plus checkouts to blow away Cross.
The teenager showed no nerves on the biggest stage of his career, winning 6-2.
Why did Rob Cross struggle?
Cross had previously fought back from 4-0 down to defeat Chris Dobey 5-4 in the quarter-finals.
But he was unable to repeat this comeback against Littler, who was too strong.
The former World Champion was blown away by Littler's consistent scoring.
What's next for Luke Littler?
Littler will face Luke Humphries in the final, after Humphries defeated Scott Williams 6-0.
The 16-year-old is now one win away from completing his sensational World Darts Championship dream.
He has already made history as the youngest-ever player to reach the decider of the premier darts tournament.
And he will be looking to produce one of the greatest sporting stories of all time.
The final will take place on Wednesday, with Littler looking to cap off an incredible fortnight.
But Rob Cross will be left to ponder what could have been, after his semi-final defeat.
The former World Champion had been in brilliant form, but was unable to overcome Littler.