Welsh Crucible Qualifier, Switches Walk-On Music in Tribute to Luke ‘The Nuke’ Littler

Welsh snooker qualifier Jamie Jones made headlines at the 2024 World Snooker Championships not only for his impressive performance on the table but also for his choice of walk-on song, which echoed the anthem of his son's sporting idol, Luke 'The Nuke' Littler.

Throughout the qualification rounds at the Sheffield Institute of Sport, Jamie Jones emerged as a formidable force, stunning the snooker world by eliminating former world champion Neil Robertson. However, his journey was halted by the four-time world champion John Higgins in a 10-6 defeat in the last-32 stage.

Opting for a brand-new walk-on song at the prestigious Crucible Theatre, Jones decided to pay homage to his four-year-old son's hero, Luke 'The Nuke' Littler. The choice of song, "Green Light" by Pitbull, not only signalled a fresh start for Jones but also highlighted the impact that Littler has had on budding sports enthusiasts, including Jones's own son.

Jones revealed the heart-warming influence Littler has had on his family. He shared a touching anecdote about how watching Littler's performances in darts has ignited his son's passion for the sport, transforming him into a dedicated fan.

"My son and I watch the Premier League darts every Thursday," Jones told SportsBoom.com. "From the World Championships, he's absolutely glued to the sport. [Littler] is probably the most famous person in Britain to him. He is a breath of fresh air to sport, and we love him."

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Jones further elaborated on his son's newfound love for darts, revealing that the young enthusiast has even acquired his own magnetic dartboard. A video shared by Jones on his Instagram, featuring his son playing darts to the tune of "Green Light" by Pitbull, garnered widespread appreciation from fans.

Reflecting on his son's enthusiasm for darts, Jones expressed his delight at witnessing the impact Littler has had on young sports fans. Despite the clash between his own snooker match and the Premier League Darts airing simultaneously, Jones received a loving message indicating his son's support.

"I had a picture sent to me of him [his son] with a big tub of popcorn waiting to watch me play," Jones revealed. "But I think he’ll have switched over to watch Littler after that."