Littler, who posted a three-dart average of 102.7, stormed into a 4-0 lead.

South Africa were 316 for four at the close of play.

Hamilton joins a Ferrari side that were narrowly beaten to the constructors' title by McLaren last year.

De Bruyne, who joined City in 2015, is able to speak to foreign clubs from this month, with a view to leaving on a free transfer at the end of the season.

The prologue times do not count towards the overall standings but those in the top 10 get to choose their starting position for the first stage on Saturday.