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Luke Littler says he's grown tired of the online debate surrounding a potential half-marathon challenge against Mo Farah, insisting he would fancy his chances of coming out on top against the Olympic legend. Last weekend's London Marathon, which featured Farah, Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel and former Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey, has ignited discussion about how other top sports stars might perform in a major race.

The proposed half-marathon would require both men to halt at every mile marker and complete a 501 checkout across the 13.1-mile route. The outcome would hinge on Farah's ability to check out 501 and whether the regular stops would afford Littler sufficient time to reel in the Olympian.

Littler appeared to back himself, with British boxer David Allen sharing on Instagram a message exchange with the 19-year-old about the viral debate. "Sick of seeing this," Littler joked. "Don't think Mo could take out 501. Tbh [to be honest], I'd walk it after my first 501."

Offering his take on the hypothetical contest, Allen added: "This is probably the best question I've been asked in my entire life. Mo Farah, maybe a 4.15/4.20 mile average, Luke Littler 12,13,14 minutes.

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"Could Mo Farah take a 501 out in eight minutes, 13 times on the bounce? It'll all come down to the doubles because you can chip away at that 501 no problem."

Allen later disclosed he was still awaiting a response from Farah, while fans on social media put forward arguments in favour of both sporting icons.

One wrote: "Littler by a country mile. He could walk it in about three and a half hours. Mo would still be throwing at double one on the fifth mile at that point, head completely gone, probably crying."

Another disagreed, claiming: "Can't see littler going 13 miles without walking it. No way is he going to run 12 min miles for 13 miles. Mo would have a lot more time that. Still comes down to the doubles but he would have all day to hit them."

A third observed: "Littler does a leg of darts in a minute. If Mo never actually played darts before it could easily take 25 to 30 minutes per leg, if not longer. Especially if he has to do the maths by himself. Walking speed could be enough for Littler."

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Littler returns to Premier League Darts action on Thursday evening in Aberdeen, where he will be aiming to secure back-to-back victories following his commanding 6-1 defeat of Jonny Clayton in last week's final in Liverpool.