Madison Square Garden over Ally Pally? Luke Humphries answers tough US/UK this or that questions

Luke Humphries offered a glimpse of his personal side in a quick-fire Q&A with BBC Sport. The former world champion faced a series of dilemmas ranging from food and drink to football and darts. His answers were often brief but clearly revealed his preferences and ambitions.

Culinary-wise, Humphries stays close to his English roots. He doesn’t hesitate when it comes to a traditional English breakfast. Asked whether he prefers American pancakes or a Full English Breakfast, he answers decisively: “Full English, yeah.” The same goes for his choice between American and English beer. “English beer, without a doubt.”

The toughest food question, according to Humphries, is between an American barbecue and a traditional Sunday roast. He pauses for a moment, but ultimately opts for the classic British dish. “That’s a tough one… but I’ll go for a Sunday roast.”

On the darts front, the world number one is presented with a striking dilemma. Would he rather play at the iconic Alexandra Palace, home of the PDC World Championship, or at the legendary Madison Square Garden in New York? Humphries surprises with his answer. “Madison Square Garden.” Although Ally Pally is special for every darter, the iconic American arena clearly captures the Englishman’s imagination.

On the football questions, Humphries consistently chooses Lionel Messi. The Argentine gets the nod over both Cristiano Ronaldo and Diego Maradona. And when asked to pick between Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé, Humphries stays loyal to his country. “Harry Kane.”

Within darts, there has been regular debate in recent years about so-called hydration breaks. Humphries makes his position clear. Asked whether those drink pauses should remain, he replies succinctly and firmly: “No hydration breaks.”

Beyond football and darts, Humphries also stays true to typically English traditions. Between baseball and cricket, he doesn’t need long to decide. “Cricket.”

The final question may be the most telling. Would Humphries rather win the PDC world title again or see England finally become football world champions? His answer leaves no room for doubt. “Another world title for myself.”

With that, Humphries makes clear that his greatest ambition still lies within darts. As special as a World Cup win for England would be, another world title on the oche ultimately means more to him.

The rapid-fire round reveals a Humphries who is proud of his English background but driven above all by his own sporting goals. Whether it’s a hearty English breakfast, a Sunday roast, or the pursuit of yet another world title, the reigning top player knows exactly where his priorities lie.