Which player became the youngest PDC World Darts Championship winner in 2014?

Michael van Gerwen became the youngest PDC World Darts Championship winner in 2014.

Van Gerwen won the title at Alexandra Palace in London by defeating Peter Wright 7–1 in the final. He was 24 years old, making him the youngest champion in the PDC version of the world championship at that time. The victory was his first world title and confirmed his rise as one of the sport’s leading players.

The Dutchman had already produced spectacular performances on the professional circuit, including high averages and televised nine-dart finishes. His fast throwing rhythm, aggressive scoring, and confidence on doubles became defining characteristics.

The record later changed when Luke Littler won the 2025 PDC World Championship at age 17. Therefore, van Gerwen remains the youngest PDC champion before Littler’s victory, but he is no longer the overall youngest PDC winner.