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JDC prospects set for Gibraltar festival

Leading junior players from around the world are preparing to descend on Gibraltar next week for the Junior Darts Corporation's festival of darts.

Paddy Power Champions League schedule confirmed

Gary Anderson will open his defence of the Paddy Power Champions League of Darts against Michael Smith when the BBC-televised tournament begins on Saturday October 19.

European Championship race latest

The race to qualify for the Unibet European Championship remains wide open with just one European Tour event left to play.

World Championship: International Qualifiers latest

Darin Young is among the latest three International Qualifiers for the 2019/20 William Hill World Darts Championship.

Wade wins fifth title of year at PC24

James Wade won his fifth PDC title of the year at Players Championship 24 in Barnsley on Wednesday.

Gallagher & Barry set up Irish Matchplay decider

Liam Gallagher and Keane Barry will contest the Tom Kirby Memorial Irish Matchplay final in Dublin next month after winning through the event's early rounds.

Players Championship 24 latest

The 2019 ProTour season continues with Players Championship 24 at The Barnsley Metrodome on Wednesday.

De Sousa makes history at PC23

Jose De Sousa made history by becoming the first Portuguese winner of a PDC event at Players Championship 23 in Barnsley on Tuesday.

European Championship race latest

The field for the Unibet European Championship is taking shape with just two European Tour events left to play.

2019 Austrian Darts Championship Day One

THE 2019 Austrian Darts Championship begins on Friday with the first round at the Multiversum Schwechat.

Stats Analysis: Checkout Kings

Christopher Kempf, the statistical analyst of the PDC, looks at the leading players in landing high three-dart finishes during 2019.

World Series' growth hailed by Pyke

The World Series of Darts' growth has been hailed by commentator Stuart Pyke, following the conclusion of this year's international events.

Huge month ahead on European Tour

The battle for places in the 2019 Unibet European Championship will conclude over the next five weeks with the remaining European Tour events in Austria, Germany and Gibraltar.

Labanauskas & Kantele enjoy PDCNB wins

Darius Labanauskas and Marko Kantele enjoyed wins on the third double-header weekend of the PDC Nordic & Baltic season.

Schindler & Bunse secure World Youth places

2018 finalist Martin Schindler has secured his spot in the 2019 PDC Unicorn World Youth Championship as one of the international qualifiers for November's event.

Van Gerwen: Rivals are "scared again"

Michael van Gerwen believes that his Melbourne Darts Masters victory has got his rivals running scared again!

2019 New Zealand Darts Masters Draw

Raymond van Barneveld’s final competitive tournament in New Zealand will begin with a clash with home favourite Cody Harris, after the draw for the 2019 NZ Darts Masters, presented by Burger King and TAB, was made.

Top five: World Series shocks

In light of Damon Heta's stunning win at the Brisbane Masters last weekend, we've come up with a top five of the biggest shocks ever seen on the World Series stage.

RvB: 'I want the old Barney back'

Raymond van Barneveld remains hopeful of recapturing his best form in the final four months of his illustrious 32-year career.

2019 Melbourne Darts Masters - Day One

The 2019 Melbourne Darts Masters will get underway on Friday night as 16 hopefuls do battle to claim a spot in the quarter-finals of the event.

Challenge Tour: Menzies leads Order of Merit

Cameron Menzies and Jesus Noguera are the top two players on the 2019 Unicorn Challenge Tour Order of Merit after 16 events.

2019 Melbourne Darts Masters draw

Peter Wright will begin the defence of his title against Corey Cadby after the draw was made for the 2019 Melbourne Darts Masters.

CDC wins for Canada's Campbell & Millar

Canadian pair Matt Campbell and Jeremiah Millar both picked up titles as the 2019 Championship Darts Corporation Tour continued in Chicago last weekend.

World Series of Darts: Latest standings

Peter Wright remains top of the World Series of Darts Order of Merit, while Damon Heta is up to joint-third following the Brisbane Darts Masters.

Heta: 'People better watch out'

Damon Heta is plotting an assault on the PDC tour after lifting his first televised title in Brisbane on Saturday.

2019 Unicorn Challenge Tour 15-16

Jesus Noguera and Callan Rydz shared victories as the fourth PDC Unicorn Challenge Tour weekend of 2019 concluded in Wolverhampton on Sunday, while Simon Preston hit a nine-darter.

Heta Shocks Cross to Claim Brisbane Title

The 2019 Brisbane Darts Masters in Association with Pirate Life came to a dramatic conclusion on Saturday night with Damon Heta defying the odds to claim a first PDC title, beating Rob Cross in a last leg decider at the BCEC.

Bunting buoyed by big-stage battles

Stephen Bunting is aiming to continue his big-stage resurgence in the autumn following a quarter-final appearance at the Betfred World Matchplay.

2019 Grand Slam: Three months to go

THREE months remain before the 2019 Grand Slam of Darts begins at Wolverhampton's Aldersley Leisure Village.

Cadby and Anderson to Battle in Brisbane

AUSTRALIAN sensation Corey Cadby will lock horns with former two-time World Champion Gary Anderson in the first round of the 2019 Brisbane Darts Masters.

Wright chasing treble success Down Under

Peter Wright is aiming to maintain his superb form going into the World Series of Darts treble-header in Australia and New Zealand - and insists he can claim three more titles!

DRA Statement: Gerwyn Price Appeal

The Darts Regulation Authority have released a statement...

Focus Moves Down Under For World Series

THE stars of the PDC are now heading Down Under to prepare for the World Series of Darts treble-header in Brisbane, Melbourne and Hamilton.

Dolan win boosts World Grand Prix hopes

Brendan Dolan's Players Championship win on Sunday has boosted his chances of qualifying for October's BoyleSports World Grand Prix in Dublin.

Brendan Dolan won his first ranking title for almost five years by defeating Jermaine Wattimena 8-5 in the Players Championship 22 final.

Gutsy Ratajski takes PC21 triumph

Krzysztof Ratajski claimed his fifth PDC ranking title with an 8-7 victory over Dimitri Van den Bergh in Saturday's Players Championship 21 final in Hildesheim.

Rankings update after World Matchplay

MICHAEL SMITH is the new world number four after the 2019 Betfred World Matchplay.

Betfred World Matchplay Glory For Cross

ROB CROSS held off a superb fightback from Michael Smith to claim Betfred World Matchplay glory with an 18-13 success at Blackpool's Winter Gardens on Sunday night.

2019 Betfred World Matchplay Night Six

GLEN DURRANT and Michael Smith will meet in the semi-finals of the 2019 Betfred World Matchplay after coming through their quarter-final ties on Thursday in Blackpool.

Chinese Prospects Enjoy World Matchplay Visit

A DELEGATION of six Chinese darting talents visited the Betfred World Matchplay as part of a learning visit to the UK this week.

2019 Betfred World Matchplay Night Five

STEPHEN BUNTING produced a sensational comeback to defeat Ian White, while Peter Wright, Rob Cross and Daryl Gurney also advanced to the quarter-finals of the Betfred World Matchplay.

Champions League Players Confirmed

The eight players who will compete in the 2019 Paddy Power Champions League of Darts have been confirmed.

2019 Betfred World Matchplay Night Four

GLEN DURRANT sensationally knocked Michael van Gerwen out of the Betfred World Matchplay on a dramatic Tuesday in Blackpool which also saw reigning champion Gary Anderson exit the tournament.

2019 Betfred World Matchplay Night Three

PETER WRIGHT and Daryl Gurney were among the four players to make it through to the second round of the 2019 Betfred World Matchplay in Blackpool on Monday.

WHITLOCK AFTER THRILLING VICTORY AGAINST HENDERSON TO REACH SECOND ROUND: ‘THAT WAS A FANTASTIC GAME’

Simon Whitlock claimed victory over John Henderson in a thrilling tie on Monday night which saw ‘The Wizard’ just edge out ‘The Highlander’ and move into round two.

2019 Betfred World Matchplay Day Two

MICHAEL VAN GERWEN and Glen Durrant set up a mouth-watering Betfred World Matchplay second round tie with victories on Sunday as James Wade and Max Hopp came through tie-break thrillers in Blackpool.

2019 Betfred World Matchplay Day One

STEPHEN BUNTING snatched sudden-death glory against Gerwyn Price on the opening night of the Betfred World Matchplay as Gary Anderson began his title defence in Blackpool by seeing off Danny Noppert.

World Matchplay: Dawson's Predictions

PDC commentator Dan Dawson predicts what will happen at the 2019 Betfred World Matchplay.

Wright Completes Hat-Trick of PDC Titles

PETER WRIGHT completed a hat-trick of PDC titles in less than a week at Players Championship 20 in Barnsley on Wednesday.

World Matchplay: Top Five Matches in 2018

We continue the countdown to the 2019 Betfred World Matchplay by taking a look back at the best matches from last year's tournament.

JDC: Gregory Secures Super 16 Title

HARRY GREGORY sealed his second Junior Darts Corporation title of the year, as he defeated Alfie Jacques in Saturday’s Super 16 Tour Final.

Anderson Relaxed Ahead of Title Defence

GARY ANDERSON is in relaxed mood as he prepares to defend his title at the Betfred World Matchplay.

Durrant Ready To Fulfil Blackpool Dream

GLEN DURRANT will fulfil a lifetime ambition when he takes to the Winter Gardens stage for the first time at the 2019 Betfred World Matchplay.

2019 Unicorn Challenge Tour 11-12

BERRY VAN PEER and Andy Jenkins shared victories as the third PDC Unicorn Challenge Tour weekend of 2019 concluded in Peterborough on Sunday.

Wright Regains German Darts Masters Title

PETER WRIGHT won the German Darts Masters for a second time in three years in Cologne on Saturday.

Betfred World Matchplay: The Debutants

WITH seven players set to make their Betfred World Matchplay debuts in just over a week's time, we take a closer look at who could light up the famous Winter Gardens stage.

2019 German Darts Masters: The Lowdown

THE 2019 German Darts Masters begins on Friday, with eight top PDC stars facing eight German representatives in the first round.

2019 German Darts Masters Preview

The third German Darts Masters begins on Friday and sees Mensur Suljovic bidding to retain his title in the two-day PDC World Series of Darts event in Cologne.

2019 Betfred World Matchplay Draw

GARY ANDERSON will begin the defence of his Betfred World Matchplay title against Danny Noppert, while Michael van Gerwen will face Steve Beaton in the opening round of the summer's biggest darts event.

2019 Betfred World Matchplay Schedule

THE schedule of play for the 2019 Betfred World Matchplay has been confirmed, with reigning champion Gary Anderson beginning the defence of his title on the opening night of Saturday July 20.

Who Needs Matchplay Money Most?

Christopher Kempf, the statistical analyst of the PDC, takes a look at which players have the most ranking money at stake at the 2019 Betfred World Matchplay.

Final Qualifiers for Brisbane, Melbourne, Hamilton

THE final places in August's World Series of Darts events in Brisbane, Melbourne and Hamilton have been confirmed following the DartPlayers Australia Qualifiers.

Aspinall: 'I'm Aiming For The Top'

NATHAN ASPINALL is looking to continue his rise to the top of the sport as he makes his Betfred World Matchplay debut later this month, fresh from winning the US Darts Masters.

2019 German Darts Masters Draw

MENSUR SULJOVIC will begin his defence of the German Darts Masters title against Maik Langendorf on July 12 in Cologne, where Michael van Gerwen will meet home favourite Martin Schindler.

Dafabet US Darts Masters Glory For Aspinall

NATHAN ASPINALL completed a dream World Series debut with glory in the Dafabet US Darts Masters at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on Friday, defeating Michael Smith 8-4 in a superb final.

2019 Las Vegas Draws Made

GARY ANDERSON will begin his defence of the Dafabet US Darts Masters title against Elliot Milk on Thursday, while Michael van Gerwen will face Darin Young in their opener at the Mandalay Bay.

2019 Dafabet US Darts Masters Day One

GARY ANDERSON overcame a stiff test from Elliot Milk as he began his defence of the Dafabet US Darts Masters title with a hard-fought win in Las Vegas on Thursday, setting up a tasty quarter-final with Gerwyn Price.

World Series Spots For Robb, Heta & Puha

BEN ROBB, Damon Heta and Haupai Puha have secured places in August's World Series of Darts events in Hamilton, Brisbane and Melbourne through the DPNZ Qualifiers in Christchurch.

Hughes: 'I Can Win World Matchplay'

JAMIE HUGHES believes he can win the Betfred World Matchplay after landing his first senior PDC title at the Czech Darts Open in Prague on Sunday.

2019 Betfred World Matchplay Field

SEVEN players will make their Betfred World Matchplay debuts next month, with the field for the Blackpool event finalised following a dramatic weekend at the Czech Darts Open.

Hughes Wins First PDC Title at Czech Darts Open

JAMIE HUGHES won his first senior PDC title at the inaugural Czech Darts Open in Prague on Sunday, securing a Betfred World Matchplay debut in the process.

Barney excited for Oceanic farwell

RAYMOND VAN BARNEVELD is excited to be playing in Australia and New Zealand for one final time before retirement in a trio of World Series of Darts events.

Murschell Can't Wait For Vegas Return

DAWSON MURSCHELL spoke of his love for Las Vegas and his big ambitions in the sport ahead of his return to 'the entertainment capital of the world' in July.

Deadline Looming For Las Vegas Entries

JUST three days remain before Friday's cut-off for entries to the US Darts Masters and North American Championship Qualifiers.

Asian Tour Double For Nine-Dart Ilagan

LOURENCE ILAGAN landed a nine-dart finish as he scooped a double victory on the fourth weekend of the 2019 PDC Asian Tour.

Three Blackpool Spots Still Up For Grabs

THREE places in the Betfred World Matchplay are still up for grabs ahead of the Czech Darts Open this weekend.

Wade Wins Fourth Title Of 2019 At PC18

JAMES WADE picked up his fourth PDC ranking title of 2019 at Players Championship 18 in Wigan on Sunday, defeating Jose de Sousa 8-5 in the final.

Ratajski Claims Fourth PDC Crown At PC17

KRZYSZTOF RATAJSKI landed the fourth PDC title of his career at Players Championship 17 in Wigan on Saturday, defeating Nathan Aspinall 8-3 in the final.

Chisnall targets maiden TV title in Blackpool

DAVE CHISNALL believes he is ready to land his first televised title at the Betfred World Matchplay after picking up his third PDC title of 2019 on Sunday.

Betfred World Matchplay Qualification Latest

WITH one month to go before the Betfred World Matchplay, seven players remain on course to make debut appearances in Blackpool.

Dobey: 'Blackpool can be my breakthrough'

CHRIS DOBEY believes the Betfred World Matchplay could see him break into the world's elite after effectively securing his Winter Gardens debut.

2019 ET9-10 Qualifiers

FRIDAY sees the UK Qualifier and European Tour Card Holder's Qualifier for 2019 European Tour Events Nine & Ten take place.

Butler Set For Las Vegas Return

AMERICAN star Larry Butler will be aiming to secure his big-stage return in the US Darts Masters and North American Championship next month.

Dobey reaches career high ranking as Chizzy moves towards a return to top 10.

Chris Dobey reached the final of the Danish Darts Open this past weekend losing out to Dave Chisnall but gained from it ranking wise.

Barney To Miss Out On Blackpool Farewell

RAYMOND VAN BARNEVELD will miss the Betfred World Matchplay after withdrawing from the forthcoming PDC ProTour weekend in Wigan.

Chisnall wins 2019 Danish Darts Open

DAVE CHISNALL won his third PDC title of 2019 at the Danish Darts Open in Copenhagen on Sunday.

Anderson: 'There's A Long Road Ahead'

GARY ANDERSON is prepared to be patient in his return to full-time PDC action following his recovery from injury.

Stats Analysis: Top 50 Averages In 2019

Christopher Kempf, the statistical analyst of the PDC, takes a look at player averages so far in 2019.

O'Connor & Lennon Reflect On World Cup Exploits

WILLIAM O'CONNOR and Steve Lennon are hoping to use their sensational run to the final of the BetVictor World Cup of Darts as a platform for further success.

Wright Hungry For More Titles

PETER WRIGHT believes his BetVictor World Cup of Darts triumph alongside Gary Anderson can be the springboard to a flurry of titles in 2019.

Nine World Cup Ever-Presents To Star In Hamburg

NINE players will retain their ever-present records at the 2019 BetVictor World Cup of Darts in Hamburg this weekend.

Proud Smith Prepared For England Debut

MICHAEL SMITH will fulfil a childhood ambition when he makes his England debut at the BetVictor World Cup of Darts.

Bennett And Gregory Claim JDC Titles In Worcester

LEIGHTON BENNETT and Harry Gregory were victorious on the final weekend of JDC Scott Farms International Tour on Saturday afternoon in Worcester.

Heta Extends Lead In DPA Standings

DAMON HETA extended his lead at the top of the 2019 Harrows Dart Players Australia ProTour Order of Merit by winning two of the four events held in Barooga.

Scotland Tipped For Glory

WAYNE MARDLE is tipping Scotland to win the BetVictor World Cup of Darts for the first time in June.

White Feeling Cool Under Pressure

IAN WHITE believes he is feeling more at ease than ever before in high-pressure situations following his victory at the Dutch Darts Masters.

Van Gerwen Sets Goals For Rest of 2019

MICHAEL VAN GERWEN is targeting the Betfred World Matchplay and Paddy Power Champions League of Darts as his priority title targets for the remainder of 2019.

Rankings Update After ET7

IAN WHITE is now in the top ten on the PDC Order of Merit after picking up his third European Tour title in less than 12 months at the Dutch Darts Masters in Zwolle on Sunday.

Betfred World Matchplay Qualification Latest

SEVEN players remain on course to make debut appearances at July's Betfred World Matchplay following the Dutch Darts Masters.

Van Gerwen Lands Fifth Premier League Crown

MICHAEL VAN GERWEN won his fifth Unibet Premier League title at The O2 in London on Thursday, defeating Rob Cross 11-5 in the final.