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Ally Pally & Grand Slam targets for Sherrock after Copenhagen exploits

Fallon Sherrock is targeting an Alexandra Palace return and Grand Slam debut as part of a busy end to the year following her sensational run to the final of the Nordic Darts Masters.

Lauby secures World Championship return as US season concludes

Danny Lauby has booked his place in the 2021/22 William Hill World Darts Championship following the conclusion of the 2021 Championship Darts Corporation's US Tour.

Price withdraws from Viaplay Nordic Darts Masters

World Champion Gerwyn Price has withdrawn from the Viaplay Nordic Darts Masters due to a recurrence of an elbow injury.

Sherrock makes winning return on Viaplay Nordic Darts Masters Day One

Fallon Sherrock enjoyed a winning return to PDC action on Day One of the Viaplay Nordic Darts Masters in Copenhagen on Friday.

2021 Nordic Darts Masters Schedule of Play

Dimitri Van den Bergh will star in the opening game of the inaugural Nordic Darts Masters, with the schedule of play confirmed for the World Series of Darts event in Copenhagen.

Super Scotland win Cazoo World Cup of Darts

Scotland secured glory at the Cazoo World Cup of Darts for a second time as Peter Wright and John Henderson defeated Austria's Mensur Suljovic and Rowby-John Rodriguez 3-1 in Sunday's final.

2021 Gibraltar Darts Trophy tickets now available

Tickets for the 2021 Gibraltar Darts Trophy are now on sale ahead of next month's event.

Cazoo Grand Slam of Darts tickets now on Priority Sale

Tickets for the 2021 Cazoo Grand Slam of Darts are now on Priority Sale to PDCTV Annual Subscribers.

2021 Jack's World Series Finals tickets now on sale

The Jack's World Series of Darts Finals will return to AFAS Live in Amsterdam from October 29-31 2021 as 24 players compete across three days - with tickets now on general sale.

Cameron, Campbell & Smith share CDC Canadian Tour wins

Jeff Smith was joined by David Cameron and Matt Campbell in picking up victories in the CDC Canadian Tour's opening weekend of 2021.

JDC's Advanced & Foundation Tours set to conclude

The Junior Darts Corporation's Advanced Tour and Foundation Tour circuits will conclude this weekend with the final tournaments of 2021.

Countdown continues to 2021 PDC Women's Series

The countdown is on to the start of the 2021 PDC Women's Series, with just over a fortnight until the first of three double-header weekends is staged.

Hugely positive response to crowds' return at Betfred World Matchplay

The return of full crowds to PDC events at the Betfred World Matchplay has been given huge backing from fans who attended the Winter Gardens event last month.

World Cup of Darts boost as Jena capacity increased

An additional 400 tickets per session are available for the Cazoo World Cup of Darts in Jena.

Beveridge and Williams pick up Challenge Tour wins

Darren Beveridge and Jim Williams made winning starts as the PDC Unicorn UK Challenge Tour began on Friday with a double-header in Milton Keynes.

McEwan & Smith-Neale share Challenge Tour wins

Jim McEwan and Adam Smith-Neale shared victories in Saturday's second day of action on the PDC Unicorn UK Challenge Tour in Milton Keynes.

McDonald and Clark secure Challenge Tour 5&6 Wins

Shaun McDonald and Jamie Clark picked up wins as the first weekend of UK PDC Unicorn Challenge Tour action in 2021 came to a close in Milton Keynes.

PDC Unicorn UK Challenge Tour Events 1-2

The year's opening weekend on the PDC Unicorn UK Challenge Tour begins on Friday with a double-header in Milton Keynes.

Last chance to secure Cazoo Grand Slam priority tickets

Fans have until 1200 BST on Friday August 6 to sign up for the priority windows for Cazoo Grand Slam of Darts tickets.

Players Championship 23 - PDC Super Series 6 Day Three

PDC Super Series 6 concludes on Wednesday with Players Championship 23 at the Barnsley Metrodome.

Players Championship 22 - PDC Super Series 6 Day Two

The PDC Super Series 6 action continues on Tuesday with Players Championship 22 in Barnsley.

Stunning comeback as Price wins Players Championship 21

Gerwyn Price produced a scintillating comeback against Damon Heta to win 8-7 and secure his 20th PDC title at Players Championship 21 in Barnsley.

New four-year deal keeps World Championship at Alexandra Palace

The William Hill World Darts Championship is to remain at Alexandra Palace until at least the end of the 2024/25 event under a new four-year contract with the famous London venue.

Ilagan qualifies for World Championship & will partner Nebrida at World Cup

Lourence Ilagan secured his return to Alexandra Palace by winning the William Hill World Darts Championship Philippines Qualifier last weekend, and will team up with Paolo Nebrida at the Cazoo World Cup of Darts.

Expanded PDC Women’s Series to take place across Europe in 2021

Female players will be given more opportunities than ever before to compete in PDC events in 2021, following confirmation of a 12-event PDC Women’s Series to be played from August to October.

Wright targeting world number one spot before World Championship

Peter Wright is aiming to head to Alexandra Palace as world number one in December after winning the Betfred World Matchplay for the first time.

2021/22 William Hill World Darts Championship Priority Sale

Tickets for the William Hill World Darts Championship are now on priority sale to PDCTV Annual Subscribers.

Wright outplays Van den Bergh to claim first World Matchplay title

Tearful Peter Wright claimed Betfred World Matchplay glory on Sunday night, ending Dimitri Van den Bergh's hopes of back-to-back titles with a sensational 18-9 triumph in Blackpool.

Betfred donate £33,000 to The Stroke Association from 2021 World Matchplay

The Stroke Association will benefit from a £33,000 donation from Betfred following their charity activity at the 2021 Betfred World Matchplay.

Superb Van den Bergh joined by Ratajski in Blackpool semi-finals

Dimitri Van den Bergh's bid to retain the Betfred World Matchplay title will continue with a semi-final against Krzysztof Ratajski on Saturday after the Belgian's brilliant victory over Gerwyn Price.

Aspinall hoping to continue 'childhood dream' against MvG

Nathan Aspinall is hoping to continue his 'childhood dream' week in Blackpool by defeating Michael van Gerwen in their Betfred World Matchplay quarter-final on Friday.

Van den Bergh & Price set for seismic showdown in Blackpool

Blackpool's Winter Gardens is preparing for a seismic Thursday night showdown at the Betfred World Matchplay as reigning champion Dimitri Van den Bergh clashes with World Champion Gerwyn Price.

Van den Bergh & Price set up blockbuster quarter-final on Night Four

Dimitri Van den Bergh and Gerwyn Price will meet in a mouth-watering Betfred World Matchplay quarter-final after coming through thrilling second round ties in Blackpool on Tuesday.

Van Gerwen holds off Heta as first round concludes in Blackpool

Michael van Gerwen overcame a scare against Damon Heta before booking his second round spot at the Betfred World Matchplay with a 10-7 victory in Blackpool on Monday.

Humphries KO's Wade as Wright, Cross & Smith progress

Luke Humphries produced an outstanding Betfred World Matchplay debut to knock out former winner James Wade on Sunday, as Peter Wright, Rob Cross and Michael Smith progressed in Blackpool.

Price & Clayton set up tasty Betfred World Matchplay clash

Gerwyn Price and Jonny Clayton set up an all-Welsh tie at the Betfred World Matchplay with opening-night wins in Blackpool on Saturday as Dimitri Van den Bergh made a winning start to his title defence.

Historic World Matchplay trends: Reigning champs, World Champs & debutants

As the countdown to the 2021 Betfred World Matchplay continues, darts stats supremo Richard Ashdown takes a look at four historical trends of the summer's biggest tournament...

The PDC is saddened to learn that Andy Fordham passed away on Thursday, aged 59.

2021 BoyleSports World Grand Prix tickets now on priority sale

Tickets for the 2021 BoyleSports World Grand Prix in Leicester are now on Priority Sale.

Suljovic replaced by Wattimena for Betfred World Matchplay

Mensur Suljovic has withdrawn from the Betfred World Matchplay, and will be replaced by Jermaine Wattimena.

Brilliant Wright denies Van Gerwen to claim PC20 title

Peter Wright produced an outstanding display to deny Michael van Gerwen a first title of 2021 as he scooped his third victory of the year in Thursday's Players Championship 20.

Ross Smith ends Dolan hoodoo to claim maiden title at PC19

Ross Smith claimed his maiden PDC ranking title at Players Championship 19 in Coventry on Wednesday, ending a seven-game losing run against Brendan Dolan in the final.

Gutsy Dobey claims maiden ranking title at PC18

Chris Dobey claimed the first ranking title of his career in dramatic fashion to edge out Jose de Sousa in Tuesday's Players Championship 18 final in Coventry.

Exclusive Ted Evetts documentary available now in PDCTV

PDCTV Subscribers can now watch our exclusive documentary, "Ted Evetts - On the Other Side of History".

Players Championships 17-20 entries confirmed

Player entries have been confirmed for Players Championship events 17-20 (PDC Super Series 5), which will take place at the Coventry Building Society Arena from July 5-8.

Betfred World Matchplay race latest ahead of Super Series 5

The race to qualify for the 2021 Betfred World Matchplay will reach its climax from Monday to Thursday in Coventry.

Rodriguez & Noster share Challenge Tour wins on Day Two

Rowby-John Rodriguez and Steven Noster shared victories in Saturday's PDC Unicorn European Challenge Tour double-header Niedernhausen.

European Tour Associate Member Qualifiers Update

Details have been confirmed for Associate Member Qualifiers for the 2021 PDC European Tour ahead of the Unicorn Challenge Tour beginning next month.

CDC Tour events to be streamed through PDCTV

DARTS fans will be able to watch live streaming from Championship Darts Corporation events in North America this year through PDCTV in an exciting development for subscribers.

Wright vows to stick with equipment ahead of World Matchplay bid

Peter Wright admits he is fighting the temptation to try out different darts ahead of his tilt at a first Betfred World Matchplay title in July.

Ticketing update for 2021 Betfred World Matchplay

The PDC would like to provide an update for ticket holders for Saturday July 17 and Sunday July 18 at the 2021 Betfred World Matchplay.

"Danny Baggish - My Story" - exclusively available on PDCTV

PDCTV Subscribers can now watch the exclusive My Story documentary with Danny Baggish.

World Matchplay race latest after Super Series 4

Luke Humphries, Ryan Searle and Callan Rydz boosted hopes of making their Betfred World Matchplay debuts this year thanks to their results at PDC Super Series 4 in Milton Keynes this week.

Fans endorse return to live darts at socially distanced PL events

Fans who attended the socially distanced Unibet Premier League Nights in Milton Keynes have provided overwhelmingly positive feedback on their return to live darts.

Superb Wright denies Humphries to claim PC16 title

Peter Wright picked up his second ranking title of 2021 with an outstanding 8-4 defeat of Luke Humphries in Thursday's Players Championship 16 final in Milton Keynes.

Superb De Sousa denies Van Gerwen to claim second 2021 title

Jose de Sousa won his second Players Championship of 2021 by defeating Michael van Gerwen 8-6 in the final of Tuesday's event in Milton Keynes.

2021 Betfred World Matchplay update

Further to Monday's announcement by the UK Government, the PDC has issued an update for ticket holders for the 2021 Betfred World Matchplay.

Cullen defeats Price to win Players Championship 13

Joe Cullen marked his return to PDC action with a second title of 2021, defeating Gerwyn Price in the final of Players Championship 13 in Milton Keynes on Monday.

Betfred World Matchplay race latest ahead of Super Series 4

The race to qualify for the 2021 Betfred World Matchplay will resume next week with PDC Summer Series 4 in Milton Keynes.

DartPlayers New Zealand circuit to resume in July

Play on the DartPlayers New Zealand circuit is to resume in July, with a further four double-header weekends set to be staged in 2021.

Stats Analysis: Jonny Clayton's five-year plan

PDC stats analyst Christopher Kempf looks at Jonny Clayton's rise to prominence over a five-year period which culminated in his recent Unibet Premier League triumph...

Price ready to roar again after 'frustrating' three months

Gerwyn Price is excited for a return to action at PDC Super Series 4 after a 'frustrating' three months away from the oche.

Top four could be confirmed on Night 15: Permutations explained

The four players who will compete in the Unibet Premier League Play-Offs could be confirmed on Night 15 in Milton Keynes on Wednesday.

Aspinall regains top spot as fans return on Night 13

Jubilant Nathan Aspinall and Peter Wright celebrated darts' return of fans with huge Unibet Premier League wins on Monday as Jose de Sousa and Jonny Clayton continued their Play-Off challenges in Milton Keynes.

PDC & NENT Group secure Netherlands broadcast deal from 2022

Nordic Entertainment Group (NENT Group), the Nordic region's leading streaming company, has secured the exclusive rights to show live PDC darts in the Netherlands on its Viaplay streaming service from 2022.

Five 'most unbreakable' records in darts explored

PDC stats analyst Christopher Kempf looks at five darting records which could prove impossible to break...

JDC circuit to resume with Q School for Advanced Tour

Young players bidding to emulate Bradley Brooks' path from junior starlet to professional glory will get their chance to secure places on the JDC Advanced Tour at this weekend's Qualifying School.

Kokiri among winners as DPA Satellite Tour continues

Koha Kokiri was among the four event winners as the DartPlayers Australia Satellite Tour continued across two states last weekend.

Unibet Premier League opportunity for Blue Light Card Members

The PDC has teamed up with Blue Light Tickets to give Blue Light Card Members the chance to secure free tickets for the Unibet Premier League later this month.

Stephen Fry & Dave Clark support dartboard giveaway campaign

Over 1000 pubs have been nominated to receive a new dartboard from the PDC and Unicorn.

Pubs hit the bullseye as PDC & Unicorn team up to #SupportYourLocal

To celebrate the reopening of indoor licensed venues across England, Wales and Scotland on Monday May 17, the PDC and manufacturers Unicorn have teamed up to donate 50 dartboards to local pubs across the UK.

CDC confirm American dates for initial 2021 events

The Championship Darts Corporation have confirmed their plans for U.S. dates on the 2021 Championship Darts Circuit, with two treble-header weekends to be staged this year.

Van Gerwen hits top spot on Unibet Premier League Night 12

Michael van Gerwen moved top of the Unibet Premier League with an 8-3 victory over James Wade on Night 12 in Milton Keynes.

Betfred World Matchplay set to welcome crowds in July 2021

Blackpool's Winter Gardens is on course to welcome back darts fans for July's popular Betfred World Matchplay following confirmation that the event is being planned for a capacity crowd.

PDC & NENT secure new broadcast agreement

The PDC is delighted to announce a new multi-year broadcast agreement with Nordic Entertainment Group (NENT Group) to show coverage of leading events across the Nordics, Baltics, Iceland and Poland.

Unibet Premier League Play-Offs boost as tickets sell out

Tickets for the 2021 Unibet Premier League Play-Offs sold out on the first day of General Sale ahead of the return of crowds to PDC events later this month.

Van Gerwen goes joint-top on Unibet Premier League Night 11

Michael van Gerwen moved joint-top of the Unibet Premier League table with an 8-5 victory over Jonny Clayton on Night 11 in Milton Keynes.

PDC & PDPA support social media boycott

The Professional Darts Corporation and Professional Darts Players' Association will support the social media boycott over the Bank Holiday weekend in a stand against online abuse and discrimination.

Further eight Players Championships confirmed for June & July

A further eight Players Championship events have been confirmed for June and July 2021 ahead of the cut-off for Betfred World Matchplay qualification.

Fixtures confirmed for Unibet Premier League second phase

Table-topper Nathan Aspinall will face Peter Wright in a meeting of former runners-up on Night 10 of the Unibet Premier League, with fixtures confirmed for the second phase of the competition.

Van Duijvenbode secures first PDC Ranking Title

Dirk van Duijvenbode secured his first PDC ranking title after beating Martijn Kleermaker 8-6 in the final of Players Championship 11 in Niedernhausen.

Brilliant Van den Bergh claims maiden ProTour win

Dimitri Van den Bergh picked up his maiden Players Championship title with a superb 8-7 defeat of Dirk van Duijvenbode as PDC Super Series 3 came to a close in Niedernhausen on Tuesday.

Super Smith secures Players Championship 10 success

Michael Smith claimed his first title of 2021 with victory over Ross Smith in Sunday's Players Championship 10 as PDC Super Series 3 continued in Niedernhausen.

Incredible De Sousa storms to Players Championship 9 win

Jose de Sousa took victory on the opening day of PDC Super Series 3 with an astonishing 8-1 defeat of Luke Humphries in Saturday's final in Niedernhausen.

Schindler crowned 2021 PDC Europe Super League champion

Martin Schindler booked his place at the 2021/22 William Hill World Darts Championship by winning the 2021 Hylo PDC Europe Super League final in dramatic fashion against Florian Hempel in Niedernhausen on Thursday.

Aspinall goes top on Unibet Premier League Night Nine

Nathan Aspinall sits top of the Unibet Premier League table after an impressive 7-2 victory over Gary Anderson on Night Nine in Milton Keynes on Thursday.

Matchroom acquires Loop Production

Matchroom is delighted to announce the acquisition of Loop Streaming and Productions Limited, the live streaming and production specialists, with the company becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of Matchroom Media Limited.

Cross eliminated on Night Eight as Wright & Wade survive

Rob Cross was eliminated from the Unibet Premier League in Wednesday's Night Eight as Peter Wright and James Wade secured their spots in the second half of the season.

PDC Europe Super League to be broadcast on PDCTV

The 2021 Hylo PDC Europe Super League will be broadcast from April 17-22 on PDCTV, as Germany's top stars battle it out for a place in the 2021/22 William Hill World Darts Championship.

Clayton goes top on Unibet Premier League Night Five

Debutant Jonny Clayton tops the Unibet Premier League table heading into the first mid-season break after he claimed a 7-4 win over Gary Anderson in Milton Keynes on Friday.

De Sousa hits nine-darter & equals 180s record on Unibet Premier League Night Four

Jose de Sousa hit a nine-dart finish and a record-equalling 11 180s but was denied a first Unibet Premier League victory by Nathan Aspinall who held him to a draw in Milton Keynes on Thursday.

Clayton produces perfection on Unibet Premier League Night Three

Jonny Clayton lit up Night Three of the Unibet Premier League with a nine-darter in his 7-3 win over Jose de Sousa in Milton Keynes on Wednesday.

Van Gerwen too strong for Wright on Unibet Premier League Night Two

Michael van Gerwen recorded a comfortable 7-2 defeat over rival Peter Wright on Night Two of the 2021 Unibet Premier League in Milton Keynes on Tuesday.

Debutant trio undefeated on Unibet Premier League Night One

Debutants Dimitri Van den Bergh, Jonny Clayton and Jose de Sousa picked up points on the opening night of the 2021 Unibet Premier League in Milton Keynes on Monday.

World Series of Darts' Copenhagen visit rescheduled for September

The world’s leading darts players will now return to Denmark in September 2021 after the PDC’s World Series of Darts event at Forum Copenhagen was moved back.

Unibet Premier League players ranked on early season form

Jonny Clayton could follow in Glen Durrant's footsteps and light up the Unibet Premier League on debut in 2021, according to the form book.

Durrant drawing inspiration from 2020 campaign ahead of title defence

Glen Durrant is drawing inspiration from his sensational 2020 campaign as he prepares to begin his Unibet Premier League title defence on Monday.

Get involved with the 2021 Unibet Premier League!

Fans can prepare for the start of the Unibet Premier League season with the chance to submit videos for the Fan Screen, download the 180 Card and buy programmes and merchandise online.

Stats Analysis: Bumper averages during PDC Super Series 2

PDC Super Series 2 saw three of the top ten recorded averages from Players Championship winners in recent years during four top-class days of darts in Milton Keynes.

2021 World Cup of Darts to be staged in Jena in September

The 2021 World Cup of Darts will be staged at the Sparkassen-Arena in Jena, Germany from September 9-12.