Luke Humphries enjoyed a rare day of downtime at the Cheltenham Festival on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, where he spoke with Racing TV about his hectic schedule and his cherished dream of parading the World Championship trophy at Leeds United's Elland Road stadium once more. The current world number two, who won the world title in 2024, reflected on his busy life on the PDC Tour, stating, "I've been busy, but it's nice to have a day out and enjoy myself here. It's been wonderful so far." He emphasized that a packed diary is a positive sign, explaining, "Being busy is good. As long as you're busy and working hard, usually the rewards pay off. So yeah, I'm happy about it."
While at Cheltenham, Humphries had a bet on a horse named Kopek, which did not win, but he stressed that the atmosphere was his main focus. "It's not about the betting for me — it's about the enjoyment, having fun, and being part of such a global event that everyone loves," he said. "So even though it hasn't really been my day, there are still two races to go." The conversation then turned to his bond with Leeds United, recalling the "very surreal" moment after his 2024 world championship win when he showed the Sid Waddell Trophy to fans at Elland Road. Humphries described it as "a moment you can only dream of" and added, "In a weird way, it was almost more special than actually winning the World Championship because it felt like I was having a homecoming. I've got a good relationship with Leeds and the fans, and they're really good to me."
Looking ahead, Humphries expressed his desire to relive that experience, saying, "One thing I'd love to do is parade that trophy around Elland Road again. Hopefully I can pick up a few more trophies in between, win the Worlds, and then come back and see you guys at Elland Road." Known for his approachable nature, he affirmed that this trait is ingrained in him, stating, "That's just who I am. It's something that's been bred into me for many, many years, and I'll never change." Even with a busy schedule, Humphries makes time for fans and media, noting, "That's simply part of it."
