Watch the Walk-On Entrance: Luke Humphries
Who is Luke Humphries?
Luke Humphries is a England darts player, currently ranked #2 in the PDC order of merit. Known as "Cool Hand", Luke Humphries's walk-on music is "I Predict a Riot" by Kaiser Chiefs.
This darts entrance song helps define player identity and crowd atmosphere before the first throw.
Player Details
- Current Ranking
- #2
- Nickname
- Cool Hand
- Nationality
- 🇬🇧 England
- Born
- 11 February 1995
- Prize Money (Order of Merit - 2 Years)
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- Walk-On Song
- I Predict a Riot - Kaiser Chiefs
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Palmares Luke Humphries
Official PDC data · Updated3 Mar 2026
1World Championships
2023World Championship
15 Dec 2023 · Season 2023
8Premier League
2025Premier League Play Offs
29 May 2025 · Season 2025
2025Premier League Night 14
8 May 2025 · Season 2025
2025Premier League Night 4
27 Feb 2025 · Season 2025
2025Premier League Night 1
6 Feb 2025 · Season 2025
2024Premier League Night 15
9 May 2024 · Season 2024
2024Premier League Night 8
21 Mar 2024 · Season 2024
2024Premier League Night 7
14 Mar 2024 · Season 2024
2024Premier League Night 6
7 Mar 2024 · Season 2024
6Majors
2025Winmau World Masters
30 Jan 2025 · Season 2025
2024Players Championship Finals
22 Nov 2024 · Season 2024
2024World Matchplay
13 Jul 2024 · Season 2024
2023Players Championship Finals
24 Nov 2023 · Season 2023
2023Grand Slam of Darts
11 Nov 2023 · Season 2023
2023World Grand Prix
2 Oct 2023 · Season 2023
13Pro Tour
2026Players Championship 4
17 Feb 2026 · Season 2026
2025Czech Darts Open
5 Sept 2025 · Season 2025
2024Czech Darts Open
18 Oct 2024 · Season 2024
2024Players Championship 26
3 Oct 2024 · Season 2024
2024German Darts Grand Prix
30 Mar 2024 · Season 2024
2023Players Championship 20
4 Sept 2023 · Season 2023
2023Players Championship 15
10 Jul 2023 · Season 2023
2023European Tour 10 - European Darts Matchplay
30 Jun 2023 · Season 2023
2022European Tour 9 - European Darts Matchplay
1 Jul 2022 · Season 2022
2022European Tour 7 - European Darts Grand Prix
20 May 2022 · Season 2022
2022European Tour 6 - Czech Darts Open
13 May 2022 · Season 2022
2022European Tour 3 - German Darts Grand Prix
16 Apr 2022 · Season 2022
2022Players Championship 1
5 Feb 2022 · Season 2022
2World Series of Darts
2025US Darts Masters
27 Jun 2025 · Season 2025
2024New Zealand Darts Masters
16 Aug 2024 · Season 2024
12Challenger / Development Tours
2019Unicorn Development Tour 20
3 Nov 2019 · Season 2019
2019Unicorn Development Tour 17
2 Nov 2019 · Season 2019
2019Unicorn Development Tour 11
9 Jun 2019 · Season 2019
2018Development Tour - 17
3 Nov 2018 · Season 2018
2018Development Tour - 13
22 Sept 2018 · Season 2018
2018Development Tour - 7
27 May 2018 · Season 2018
2017Development Tour - 20
5 Nov 2017 · Season 2017
2017Development Tour - 16
17 Sept 2017 · Season 2017
2017Development Tour - 9
27 May 2017 · Season 2017
2017Challenge Tour - 12
14 May 2017 · Season 2017
2017Development Tour - 4
19 Feb 2017 · Season 2017
2017Development Tour - 1
18 Feb 2017 · Season 2017
1Alternative Circuits
2019PDC World Youth Championship
4 Nov 2019 · Season 2019
Questions About Luke Humphries
How did Luke Humphries break into the elite tier?
Luke Humphries's rise to the elite tier came when baseline performance improved across full tournament weeks, not just isolated matches. The jump typically shows through fewer low-scoring visits, cleaner setup sequencing, and more reliable conversion in the 80-120 checkout zone.
Luke Humphries competes under the nickname "Cool Hand", the progression has been driven by repeatable output rather than short-term variance. Luke Humphries is currently ranked #2, which supports the idea that the performance level is sustained across events, not driven by one isolated run. That pattern is usually what separates true title contenders from temporary form spikes on tour.
What changed in Luke Humphries's game during the breakthrough phase?
The breakthrough phase was mainly about decision quality between heavy scoring and checkout protection. Luke Humphries now manages leg tempo with more control, using controlled tempo, precise setup patterns, and high-percentage checkout decisions to protect momentum instead of forcing low-value risks.
At 31, that shift also improves match stability in long televised formats where emotional swings can decide entire sessions. At #2, the next step is protecting elite-week consistency while converting more semi-final and final opportunities. It explains why the current level looks structurally stronger than earlier career phases.
How consistent is Luke Humphries in major televised events?
Consistency in major events is measured by depth of runs, scoring floor, and conversion quality in pressure legs. Luke Humphries has moved toward a profile where quarter-final or semi-final level output is repeatable, which is critical for maintaining elite status.
Luke Humphries is currently ranked #2, which supports the idea that the performance level is sustained across events, not driven by one isolated run. The next consistency step is stacking those deep runs in consecutive majors, because sustained title pressure usually comes from frequency of contention rather than one standout appearance.