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The year '''2025''' is the 3rd year in the history of the International Darts Federation (IDF).
The year '''2025''' is the 3rd year in the history of the International Darts Federation (IDF).


== Premier Events ==
== Major Events ==
The '''PDC Premier Events''' are a series of major professional darts tournaments organised by the PDC. These events are considered the most prestigious in the sport and contain the largest prize funds in the PDC.
These events contribute to a player's ranking on the IDF Order of Merit. The prize money won in these tournaments is added to the player's total earnings over a two-year period, which determines their ranking.
 
=== Ranked ===
These events contribute to a player's ranking on the PDC Order of Merit. The prize money won in these tournaments is added to the player's total earnings over a two-year period, which determines their ranking.
{| class="wikitable"
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!Date
!Date
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!Score
!Score
!Runner-up
!Runner-up
!{{Tooltip|Ref.|Reference}}
|-
|-
|15 December 2024–3 January 2025
|15 December 2024–3 January 2025
|2025 World Championship
|[[2025 IDF World Darts Championship|World Championship]]
|Alexandra Palace, London, England
|Alexandra Palace, London, England
|£2,500,000
|$2,000,000
|Sets
|Sets
|{{efn|Represents a player's [[three-dart average]]}}{{PDCFlagR|Luke Littler|b=1|avg=(102.73)}}|{{dart score|7|3}}
|[[Alex Brow|'''Alex Brow''']]
|{{PDCFlag|Michael van Gerwen|avg=(100.69)}}
|'''7'''–4
|
|[[Logan White]]
|-
|-
|30 January–2 February 2025
|30 January–2 February 2025
|World Masters
|[[2025 IDF Top 16 Shootout|IDF Top 16 Shootout]]
|Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes, England
|Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes, England
|£500,000
|$800,000
|Sets
|Legs
|{{PDCFlagR|Luke Humphries|b=1|avg=(100.42)}}|{{dart score|6|5}}
|'''[[Kai Mitchell]]'''
|{{PDCFlag|Jonny Clayton|avg=(97.99)}}
|'''5'''–4
|
|[[Max Mad]]
|-
|-
|28 February–2 March 2025
|1 February – 29 May 2025
|UK Open
|[[2025 IDF Darts Premier League|IDF Darts Premier League]]
|Butlin's Minehead, Minehead, England
|Multiple venues
|£600,000
|$1,000,000
|Legs
|Legs
|{{PDCFlagR|Luke Littler|b=1|avg=(101.51)}}|{{dart score|11|2}}
|'''[[Alex Brow]]'''
|{{PDCFlag|James Wade|avg=(88.06)}}
|'''11'''–8
|
|[[Logan White]]
|-
|-
|19–27 July 2025
|19–27 July 2025
|World Matchplay
|[[2025 IDF World Matchplay|IDF World Matchplay]]
|Winter Gardens, Blackpool, England
|Winter Gardens, Blackpool, England
|£800,000
|$800,000
|Legs
|Legs
|{{PDCFlagR|Luke Littler|b=1|avg=(107.24)}}|{{dart score|18|13}}
|'''[[Max Mad]]'''
|{{PDCFlag|James Wade|avg=(101.54)}}
|'''18'''–14
|
|[[Lukas Parker]]
|-
|-
|6–12 October 2025
|6–12 October 2025
|World Grand Prix
|[[2025 IDF World Grand Prix|World Grand Prix]]
|Mattioli Arena, Leicester, England
|Mattioli Arena, Leicester, England
|£600,000
|$600,000
|Sets
|Sets
|{{PDCFlagR|Luke Littler|avg=(92.15)|b=1}}|{{dart score|6|1}}
|'''[[Max Mad]]'''
|{{PDCFlag|Luke Humphries|avg=(93.61)}}
|'''6'''–5
|
|Zion Carter
|-
|-
|23–26 October 2025
|23–26 October 2025
|European Championship
|[[2025 IDF European Championship|European Championship]]
|Westfalenhallen, Dortmund, Germany
|Westfalenhallen, Dortmund, Germany
|£600,000
|$600,000
|Legs
|Legs
|{{PDCFlagR||b=1}}|{{dart score||}}
|[[Alex Brow|'''Alex Brow''']]
|{{PDCFlagR|}}
|'''8'''–5
|
|[[Elias Storm]]
|-
|-
|8–16 November 2025
|8–16 November 2025
|Grand Slam
|[[2025 IDF World Grand Slam|Grand Slam]]
|WV Active Aldersley, Wolverhampton, England
|WV Active Aldersley, Wolverhampton, England
|£650,000
|$650,000
|Legs
|Legs
|{{PDCFlagR||b=1}}|{{dart score||}}
|[[Alex Brow|'''Alex Brow''']]
|{{PDCFlagR|}}
|'''16'''–14
|
|Tomasz Novak
|-
|-
|21–23 November 2025
|21–23 November 2025
|Players Championship Finals
|Players Championship Finals
|Butlin's Minehead, Minehead, England
|Butlin's Minehead, Minehead, England
|£600,000
|$600,000
|Legs
|Legs
|{{PDCFlagR||b=1}}|{{dart score||}}
|
|{{PDCFlagR|}}
|
|
|
|-
|-
|11 December 2025–3 January 2026
|11 December 2025–3 January 2026
|2026 World Championship
|[[2026 IDF World Darts Championship|2026 World Championship]]
|Alexandra Palace, London, England
|Alexandra Palace, London, England
|£5,000,000
|$5,000,000
|Sets
|Sets
|{{PDCFlagR||b=1}}|{{dart score||}}
|[[Logan White|'''Logan White''']]
|{{PDCFlagR|}}
|'''7'''–6
|
|[[Max Mad]]
|-
|}
|}


=== Non-ranked ===
== IDF Pro Tour Events ==
These events do not affect the PDC Order of Merit.
{{Main|2025 IDF Tour Events}}
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"
!No.
!Date
!Date
!Event
!Event
!Venue
!Prize fund
!Format
!Champion
!Champion
!Legs
!Legs
!Runner-up
!Runner-up
!{{Tooltip|Ref.|Reference}}
!Ref
|-
|1
|16–17 January
|[[2025 Australian Open Darts Championship]]
|[[Alex Brow|'''Alex Brow''']]
|'''8'''–7
|[[Lukas Parker]]
|
|-
|2
|24–25 January
|[[2025 New Zealand Open Darts Championship]]
|[[Alex Brow|'''Alex Brow''']]
|'''8'''–7
|[[Damon Edwards]]
|
|-
|3
|6–7 June
|[[2025 IDF Brisbane Open]]
|'''Mason Owens'''
|'''8'''–3
|Zion Carter
|
|-
|4
|27–28 June
|[[2025 IDF Darwin Classic]]
| [[Max Mad|'''Max Mad''']]
|'''8'''–6
|Mason Owens
|
|-
|5
|4–5 July
|[[2025 IDF Hobart Throwdown]]
|[[Max Mad|'''Max Mad''']]
|'''8'''–2
|[[Alex Brow]]
|-
|6
|8–9 August
|[[2025 IDF Melbourne Slam]]
|[[Alex Brow|'''Alex Brow''']]
|'''8'''–4
|[[Max Mad]]
|
|-
|7
|15–16 August
|[[2025 IDF Perth Shootout]]
|'''Elias Storm'''
|'''8'''–5
|Mason Owens
| align="center" |
|-
|8
|12–14 September
|[[2025 IDF Sydney Challenge]]
|[[Alex Brow|'''Alex Brow''']]
|'''8'''–5
|[[Max Mad]]
|
|-
|9
|?
|[[2025 IDF Newcastle Masters]]
|[[Theo Bartlett|'''Theo Bartlett''']]
|'''11'''–9
|[[Alex Brow]]
|
|-
|10
|?
|[[2025 IDF Cairns Darts Cup]]
|
|–
|
|
|-
|11
|?
|[[2025 IDF Wollongong Invitational]]
|
|–
|
|
|-
|12
|?
|[[2025 IDF Launceston Open]]
|
|–
|
|
|-
|-
|6 February – 29 May 2025
|13
|Premier League
|?
|The O2 Arena, London, England{{efn|The tournament is held across 17 different venues, with the finals being played in The O2 Arena.}}
|[[2025 IDF Townsville Trophy]]
|£1,000,000
|
|Legs
|–
|{{PDCFlagR|Luke Humphries|b=1|avg=(97.86)}}|{{dart score|11|8}}
|
|{{PDCFlag|Luke Littler|avg=(100.29)}}
|
|<ref>{{cite web|last=Christou|first=Frankie|date=30 May 2025|title=Luke Humphries downs Luke Littler to become Premier League champion|url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/darts/2025/05/29/premier-league-darts-final-live-score-luke-littler/|website=The Telegraph|access-date=5 June 2025}}</ref>
|-
|-
|12–15 June 2025
|14
|World Cup
|?
|Eissporthalle, Frankfurt, Germany
|[[2025 Pro Tour Series of Darts Finals]]
|£450,000
|
|Legs
|–
|<small>(95.96)</small>{{PDCTeam|Northern Ireland|flagg=psper|b=1}} Northern Ireland&nbsp;[[File:Ulster_Banner.svg|link=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Northern_Ireland_at_the_PDC_World_Cup|alt=|border|23x23px]]  
|
(Josh Rock and Daryl Gurney)
|
|{{dart score|10|9}}
|{{PDCTeam|Wales|b=1|avg=(92.95)}} [[File:Flag_of_Wales_(1959–present).svg|link=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wales_at_the_PDC_World_Cup|alt=|border|23x23px]]&nbsp;Wales <small>(92.95)</small>
(Jonny Clayton and Gerwyn Price)
|<ref>{{cite web|date=16 June 2025|title=World Cup of Darts: Josh Rock and Daryl Gurney inspire Northern Ireland to glory over Wales|url=https://www.skysports.com/darts/news/12288/13384084/world-cup-of-darts-josh-rock-and-daryl-gurney-inspire-northern-ireland-to-glory-over-wales|website=Sky Sports|access-date=11 July 2025}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last1=Keogh|first1=Francis|last2=Cartwright|first2=Phil|date=15 June 2025|title=Northern Ireland lift World Cup with epic last-leg win over Wales|url=https://www.bbc.com/sport/darts/articles/c79e9qe8j8lo|website=BBC Sport|access-date=15 June 2025}}</ref>
|}
|}


==== World Series of Darts ====
=== '''''[[2025 Australian Open Darts Championship]]'' (Alex Brow)''' ===
{{Main|2025 World Series of Darts}}
The 2025 Australian Open Darts Championship launched the IDF Pro Tour Series on 16–17 January, marking the first major event of the calendar year. Held in front of a vibrant crowd, it showcased the resurgence of Alex Brow, who edged out Lukas Parker 8–7 in a tense final that went the full distance. Brow’s clinical combination finishing under pressure, particularly his decisive 121 checkout, sealed the title and set an early benchmark for the season. The event reinforced his reputation as one of the circuit’s most composed players in tight contests and gave him vital momentum heading into the upcoming New Zealand leg.
 
=== '''''[[2025 New Zealand Open Darts Championship]]'' (Alex Brow)''' ===
Just a week after his Australian triumph, Alex Brow continued his blistering start to the season by claiming the New Zealand Open Darts Championship on 24–25 January. In another nail-biting 8–7 finale, Brow overcame Damon Edwards in a match defined by trading heavy 180s and fearless shot-making. Despite Edwards’ late surge, Brow’s superior consistency on doubles once again proved decisive. The back-to-back victories cemented Brow’s dominance in the Oceania swing and saw him surge to the top of the early Pro Tour Order of Merit, establishing himself as the man to beat on tour.
 
=== '''[[2025 IDF Brisbane Open|''2025 IDF Brisbane Open'']] (Mason Owens)''' ===
The mid-season 2025 IDF Brisbane Open, held from 6–7 June, delivered a breakthrough for Mason Owens, who captured his maiden Pro Tour title with an emphatic 8–3 victory over Zion Carter. Owens, who had shown flashes of brilliance earlier in the year, produced a composed and relentless display throughout the weekend. His heavy scoring and steady rhythm dismantled Carter’s attempts to mount a comeback, and Owens’ triumph signaled the arrival of a new contender in the IDF ranks. The win propelled him into the upper tier of the Order of Merit and injected fresh excitement into the tour narrative.
 
=== '''''[[2025 IDF Darwin Classic]]'' (Max Mad)''' ===
From 27–28 June, the 2025 IDF Darwin Classic saw world number one Max Mad return to top form after a quiet start to the Pro Tour campaign. In humid Northern Territory conditions, Mad showcased his trademark aggression and precision, defeating Mason Owens 8–6 in a gritty final. Owens pushed him to the brink, but Mad’s composure on high-pressure finishes, including a vital 11-darter to break throw, proved the difference. The victory marked Mad’s first Pro Tour title of the season and reignited his confidence heading into the busy July stretch.
 
=== '''''[[2025 IDF Hobart Throwdown]]'' (Max Mad)''' ===
A week later, from 4–5 July, Max Mad continued his resurgence with a dominant showing at the 2025 IDF Hobart Throwdown. Facing fierce rival Alex Brow in the final, Mad controlled the match from the outset with devastating scoring power and ruthless checkout accuracy. His 8–2 victory was one of the most one-sided finals of the year, underscoring the gulf in form between the two on the day. The win marked consecutive titles for Mad and propelled him back to the top of the Pro Tour standings, further intensifying the season-long rivalry with Brow.


Main article: 2025 World Series of Darts
=== '''[[2025 IDF Melbourne Slam|''2025 IDF Melbourne Slam'']] (Alex Brow)''' ===
The 2025 IDF Melbourne Slam, held on 8–9 August, reignited the Brow–Mad rivalry with another electric clash. Alex Brow bounced back from earlier defeats to deliver a masterclass in consistency, defeating Max Mad 8–4 in front of a sold-out Melbourne crowd. Brow’s blend of tactical patience and heavy scoring turned the tide after a strong opening from Mad. The victory secured Brow his third Pro Tour title of the year and was hailed as one of his most complete performances, reasserting his position as one of the sport’s elite under pressure.


The '''2025 World Series of Darts''' is a series of televised darts tournaments organised by the PDC, consisting of seven World Series events and one finals.<ref>{{Cite web|date=14 October 2024|title=2025 World Series of Darts schedule confirmed|url=https://www.pdc.tv/news/2024/10/14/2025-world-series-darts-schedule-confirmed|access-date=31 December 2024|website=PDC|language=en}}</ref>
=== '''''[[2025 IDF Perth Shootout]]'' (Elias Storm)''' ===
Closing out the Australian circuit, the 2025 IDF Perth Shootout on 15–16 August saw Elias Storm claim his first Pro Tour title of the season with an impressive 8–5 win over Mason Owens. Storm, a former world champion, displayed flashes of his vintage best throughout the tournament, combining heavy scoring with unshakable confidence on the outer ring. Owens, appearing in his third Pro Tour final of the year, fought valiantly but couldn’t match Storm’s scoring bursts. The victory revitalized Storm’s season and reminded the circuit that he remained one of the game’s most dangerous competitors when firing on all cylinders.


All eight events remained the same from the previous year, with the only change being the Nordic Masters being held before the US Masters.
== Major Invitationals ==
{| class="wikitable"
{{Main|2025 IDF Invitational Series}}
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center;"
!No.
!No.
!Date
!Date
!Event
!Event
!Venue
!Champion
!Champion
!Legs
!Legs
!Runner-up
!Runner-up
!{{Tooltip|Ref.|Reference}}
!Ref
|-
|-
|1
|1
|16–17 January
|16–17 January
|Bahrain Masters
|[[2025 Australian Open Darts Championship]]
|{{flagicon|BHR}} Sakhir, Bahrain International Circuit
|[[Alex Brow|'''Alex Brow''']]
|{{PDCFlagR|Stephen Bunting|b=1|avg=(99.33)}}|{{dart score|8|4}}
|'''8'''–7
|{{PDCFlag|Gerwyn Price|avg=(96.64)}}
|[[Lukas Parker]]
|<ref>{{Cite web|last=Gorton|first=Josh|date=17 January 2025|title=Brilliant Bunting wins Bahrain Darts Masters title|url=https://www.pdc.tv/news/2025/01/17/brilliant-bunting-wins-bahrain-darts-masters-title|website=[[Professional Darts Corporation|PDC]].tv|access-date=26 January 2025}}</ref>
|
|-
|-
|2
|2
|24–25 January
|24–25 January
|Dutch Masters
|[[2025 New Zealand Open Darts Championship]]
|{{flagicon|NED}} Den Bosch, Maaspoort
|[[Alex Brow|'''Alex Brow''']]
|{{PDCFlagR|Rob Cross|b=1|avg=(101.87)}}|{{dart score|8|5}}
|'''8'''–7
|{{PDCFlag|Stephen Bunting|avg=(96.46)}}
|[[Damon Edwards]]
|<ref>{{Cite web|last=Allen|first=Dave|date=25 January 2025|title=Clinical Cross wins 2025 Toto Dutch Darts Masters|url=https://www.pdc.tv/news/2025/01/25/clinical-cross-wins-2025-toto-dutch-darts-masters|website=[[Professional Darts Corporation|PDC]].tv|access-date=26 January 2025}}</ref>
|
|-
|-
|3
|3
|6–7 June
|6–7 June
|Nordic Masters
|[[2025 IDF Brisbane Open]]
|{{flagicon|DEN}} Copenhagen, Forum Copenhagen
|'''Mason Owens'''
|{{PDCFlagR|Stephen Bunting|b=1|avg=(97.49)}}|{{dart score|8|4}}
|'''8'''–3
|{{PDCFlag|Rob Cross|avg=(98.04)}}
|Zion Carter
|<ref>{{cite web|title=Stephen Bunting beats Rob Cross to win Nordic Masters|url=https://www.bbc.com/sport/darts/articles/cvgvqxxvpkzo|website=BBC Sport|access-date=8 June 2025|date=7 June 2025}}</ref>
|
|-
|-
|4
|4
|27–28 June
|27–28 June
|US Masters
|[[2025 IDF Darwin Classic]]
|{{flagicon|USA}} New York City, Hulu Theater
| [[Max Mad|'''Max Mad''']]
|{{PDCFlagR|Luke Humphries|b=1|avg=(99.14)}}|{{dart score|8|6}}
|'''8'''–6
|{{PDCFlag|Nathan Aspinall|avg=(92.49)}}
|Mason Owens
|<ref>{{cite news|last=Allen|first=Dave|url=https://www.pdc.tv/news/2025/06/28/sensational-humphries-wins-2025-bet365-us-darts-masters|title=Sensational Humphries wins 2025 bet365 US Darts Masters|website=pdc.tv|date=28 June 2025|accessdate=29 June 2025}}</ref>
|
|-
|-
|5
|5
|4–5 July
|4–5 July
|Poland Masters
|[[2025 IDF Hobart Throwdown]]
|{{flagicon|POL}} Gliwice, PreZero Arena
|[[Max Mad|'''Max Mad''']]
|{{PDCFlagR|Gerwyn Price|b=1|avg=(103.12)}}|{{dart score|8|7}}
|'''8'''–2
|{{PDCFlag|Stephen Bunting|avg=(97.95)}}
|[[Alex Brow]]
|<ref>{{cite news|last=Gorton|first=Josh|url=https://www.pdc.tv/news/2025/07/05/price-denies-bunting-celebrate-superbet-poland-darts-masters-glory|title=Price denies Bunting to celebrate Superbet Poland Darts Masters glory|website=pdc.tv|date=5 July 2025|accessdate=5 July 2025}}</ref>
|-
|-
|6
|6
|8–9 August
|8–9 August
|Australian Masters
|[[2025 IDF Melbourne Slam]]
|{{flagicon|AUS}} Wollongong, WIN Entertainment Centre
|[[Alex Brow|'''Alex Brow''']]
|{{PDCFlagR|Luke Littler|b=1|avg=(99.10)}}|{{dart score|8|4}}
|'''8'''–4
|{{PDCFlag|Mike De Decker|avg=(89.74)}}
|[[Max Mad]]
|<ref>{{citenews|last=Gorton|first=Josh|url=https://www.pdc.tv/news/2025/08/09/impressive-littler-wins-australian-darts-masters-wollongong|title=Impressive Littler wins Australian Darts Masters in Wollongong|publisher=PDC|date=8 August 2025|accessdate=9 August 2025}}</ref>
|
|-
|-
|7
|7
|15–16 August
|15–16 August
|New Zealand Masters
|[[2025 IDF Perth Shootout]]
|{{flagicon|NZL}} Auckland, Spark Arena
|'''Elias Storm'''
|{{PDCFlagR|Luke Littler|b=1|avg=(115.02)}}|{{dart score|8|4}}
|'''8'''–5
|{{PDCFlag|Luke Humphries|avg=(102.31)}}
|Mason Owens
|<ref>{{cite web|title=Luke Littler beats Luke Humphries to complete World Series double in New Zealand and Australia|url=https://www.skysports.com/darts/news/12288/13412646/luke-littler-beats-luke-humphries-to-complete-world-series-double-in-new-zealand-and-australia|website=[[Sky Sports]]|access-date=26 August 2025|date=16 August 2025}}</ref>
| align="center" |
|-
! colspan="9" |
|-
|-
|8
|8
|12–14 September
|12–14 September
|World Series Finals
|[[2025 IDF Sydney Challenge]]
|{{flagicon|NED}} Amsterdam, AFAS Live
|[[Alex Brow|'''Alex Brow''']]
|{{PDCFlagR|Michael van Gerwen|b=1|avg=(98.37)}}|{{dart score|11|7}}
|'''8'''–5
|{{PDCFlag|Luke Littler|avg=(101.99)}}
|[[Max Mad]]
|<ref>{{citeweb|url=https://www.pdc.tv/news/2025/09/14/inspired-van-gerwen-ends-title-drought-sixth-world-series-finals-crown|title=Inspired Van Gerwen ends title drought with sixth World Series Finals crown|publisher=PDC|date=14 September 2025}}</ref>
|
|-
|9
|?
|[[2025 IDF Newcastle Masters]]
|[[Theo Bartlett|'''Theo Bartlett''']]
|'''11'''–9
|[[Alex Brow]]
|
|-
|10
|?
|[[2025 IDF Cairns Darts Cup]]
|
|–
|
|
|-
|-
|11
|?
|[[2025 IDF Wollongong Invitational]]
|
|–
|
|
|-
|12
|?
|[[2025 IDF Launceston Open]]
|
|–
|
|
|-
|13
|?
|[[2025 IDF Townsville Trophy]]
|
|–
|
|
|-
|14
|?
|[[2025 Pro Tour Series of Darts Finals]]
|
|–
|
|
|}
|}


== Pro Tour ==
== Youth & Development ==
{{Main|2025 PDC Pro Tour|2025 PDC Players Championship series}}
 
=== Rules and conditions ===
 
* Only players under the age of 25 will be able to join and participate in all youth tournaments (no matter what senior titles they've won).
 
=== Youth Championship ===
{{16TeamBracket
|seeds=yes
|team-width=220
|boldwinner=high
|RD1=First round <br>(best of 11 legs)
|RD2=Quarter-finals <br>(best of 13 legs)
|RD3=Semi-finals <br>(best of 15 legs)
|RD4=Final <br>(best of 15 legs)
 
<!-- ROUND 1 -->
|RD1-seed01=1
|RD1-team01=[[Alex Brow]]
|RD1-score01=
|RD1-seed02=
|RD1-team02=Reece Mallory
|RD1-score02=
 
|RD1-seed03=8
|RD1-team03=Tyler Keane
|RD1-score03=
|RD1-seed04=
|RD1-team04=Finn Hargreaves
|RD1-score04=
 
|RD1-seed05=5
|RD1-team05=Jaxon Flint
|RD1-score05=
|RD1-seed06=
|RD1-team06=Zachary Moorcroft
|RD1-score06=
 
|RD1-seed07=4
|RD1-team07=Ryder Callan
|RD1-score07=
|RD1-seed08=
|RD1-team08=Evan Trudeau
|RD1-score08=
 
|RD1-seed09=2
|RD1-team09=Elias Storm
|RD1-score09=
|RD1-seed10=
|RD1-team10=Bradley Soren
|RD1-score10=
 
|RD1-seed11=7
|RD1-team11=Noah Draven
|RD1-score11=
|RD1-seed12=
|RD1-team12=Cooper Maddox
|RD1-score12=
 
|RD1-seed13=6
|RD1-team13=Owen Blackwell
|RD1-score13=
|RD1-seed14=
|RD1-team14=Jai McCormack
|RD1-score14=
 
|RD1-seed15=3
|RD1-team15=Theo Bartlett
|RD1-score15=
|RD1-seed16=
|RD1-team16=Declan Fry
|RD1-score16=
 
<!-- QUARTER-FINALS -->
|RD2-seed01=
|RD2-team01=
|RD2-score01=
|RD2-seed02=
|RD2-team02=
|RD2-score02=
 
|RD2-seed03=
|RD2-team03=
|RD2-score03=
|RD2-seed04=
|RD2-team04=
|RD2-score04=
 
|RD2-seed05=
|RD2-team05=
|RD2-score05=
|RD2-seed06=
|RD2-team06=
|RD2-score06=
 
|RD2-seed07=
|RD2-team07=
|RD2-score07=
|RD2-seed08=
|RD2-team08=
|RD2-score08=
 
<!-- SEMI-FINALS -->
|RD3-seed01=
|RD3-team01=
|RD3-score01=
|RD3-seed02=
|RD3-team02=
|RD3-score02=
 
|RD3-seed03=
|RD3-team03=
|RD3-score03=
|RD3-seed04=
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The '''2025 PDC Pro Tour''' is a series of darts tournaments organised by the PDC, made up of 34 Players Championship events and 14 European Tour events.<ref name="Sky2025Calendar">{{cite web|date=3 January 2025|title=Darts 2025 schedule and dates: Premier League Darts, World Matchplay and more with Luke Littler among those in action|url=https://www.skysports.com/darts/news/12288/13282459/darts-2025-schedule-and-dates-premier-league-darts-world-matchplay-and-more-with-luke-littler-among-those-in-action|publisher=[[Sky Sports]]|access-date=4 January 2025}}</ref>
== References ==
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Latest revision as of 09:04, 23 January 2026

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The year 2025 is the 3rd year in the history of the International Darts Federation (IDF).

Major Events[edit | edit source]

These events contribute to a player's ranking on the IDF Order of Merit. The prize money won in these tournaments is added to the player's total earnings over a two-year period, which determines their ranking.

Date Event Venue Prize fund Format Champion Score Runner-up
15 December 2024–3 January 2025 World Championship Alexandra Palace, London, England $2,000,000 Sets Alex Brow 7–4 Logan White
30 January–2 February 2025 IDF Top 16 Shootout Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes, England $800,000 Legs Kai Mitchell 5–4 Max Mad
1 February – 29 May 2025 IDF Darts Premier League Multiple venues $1,000,000 Legs Alex Brow 11–8 Logan White
19–27 July 2025 IDF World Matchplay Winter Gardens, Blackpool, England $800,000 Legs Max Mad 18–14 Lukas Parker
6–12 October 2025 World Grand Prix Mattioli Arena, Leicester, England $600,000 Sets Max Mad 6–5 Zion Carter
23–26 October 2025 European Championship Westfalenhallen, Dortmund, Germany $600,000 Legs Alex Brow 8–5 Elias Storm
8–16 November 2025 Grand Slam WV Active Aldersley, Wolverhampton, England $650,000 Legs Alex Brow 16–14 Tomasz Novak
21–23 November 2025 Players Championship Finals Butlin's Minehead, Minehead, England $600,000 Legs
11 December 2025–3 January 2026 2026 World Championship Alexandra Palace, London, England $5,000,000 Sets Logan White 7–6 Max Mad

IDF Pro Tour Events[edit | edit source]

Main article: 2025 IDF Tour Events
No. Date Event Champion Legs Runner-up Ref
1 16–17 January 2025 Australian Open Darts Championship Alex Brow 8–7 Lukas Parker
2 24–25 January 2025 New Zealand Open Darts Championship Alex Brow 8–7 Damon Edwards
3 6–7 June 2025 IDF Brisbane Open Mason Owens 8–3 Zion Carter
4 27–28 June 2025 IDF Darwin Classic Max Mad 8–6 Mason Owens
5 4–5 July 2025 IDF Hobart Throwdown Max Mad 8–2 Alex Brow
6 8–9 August 2025 IDF Melbourne Slam Alex Brow 8–4 Max Mad
7 15–16 August 2025 IDF Perth Shootout Elias Storm 8–5 Mason Owens
8 12–14 September 2025 IDF Sydney Challenge Alex Brow 8–5 Max Mad
9 ? 2025 IDF Newcastle Masters Theo Bartlett 11–9 Alex Brow
10 ? 2025 IDF Cairns Darts Cup –
11 ? 2025 IDF Wollongong Invitational –
12 ? 2025 IDF Launceston Open –
13 ? 2025 IDF Townsville Trophy –
14 ? 2025 Pro Tour Series of Darts Finals –

2025 Australian Open Darts Championship (Alex Brow)[edit | edit source]

The 2025 Australian Open Darts Championship launched the IDF Pro Tour Series on 16–17 January, marking the first major event of the calendar year. Held in front of a vibrant crowd, it showcased the resurgence of Alex Brow, who edged out Lukas Parker 8–7 in a tense final that went the full distance. Brow’s clinical combination finishing under pressure, particularly his decisive 121 checkout, sealed the title and set an early benchmark for the season. The event reinforced his reputation as one of the circuit’s most composed players in tight contests and gave him vital momentum heading into the upcoming New Zealand leg.

2025 New Zealand Open Darts Championship (Alex Brow)[edit | edit source]

Just a week after his Australian triumph, Alex Brow continued his blistering start to the season by claiming the New Zealand Open Darts Championship on 24–25 January. In another nail-biting 8–7 finale, Brow overcame Damon Edwards in a match defined by trading heavy 180s and fearless shot-making. Despite Edwards’ late surge, Brow’s superior consistency on doubles once again proved decisive. The back-to-back victories cemented Brow’s dominance in the Oceania swing and saw him surge to the top of the early Pro Tour Order of Merit, establishing himself as the man to beat on tour.

2025 IDF Brisbane Open (Mason Owens)[edit | edit source]

The mid-season 2025 IDF Brisbane Open, held from 6–7 June, delivered a breakthrough for Mason Owens, who captured his maiden Pro Tour title with an emphatic 8–3 victory over Zion Carter. Owens, who had shown flashes of brilliance earlier in the year, produced a composed and relentless display throughout the weekend. His heavy scoring and steady rhythm dismantled Carter’s attempts to mount a comeback, and Owens’ triumph signaled the arrival of a new contender in the IDF ranks. The win propelled him into the upper tier of the Order of Merit and injected fresh excitement into the tour narrative.

2025 IDF Darwin Classic (Max Mad)[edit | edit source]

From 27–28 June, the 2025 IDF Darwin Classic saw world number one Max Mad return to top form after a quiet start to the Pro Tour campaign. In humid Northern Territory conditions, Mad showcased his trademark aggression and precision, defeating Mason Owens 8–6 in a gritty final. Owens pushed him to the brink, but Mad’s composure on high-pressure finishes, including a vital 11-darter to break throw, proved the difference. The victory marked Mad’s first Pro Tour title of the season and reignited his confidence heading into the busy July stretch.

2025 IDF Hobart Throwdown (Max Mad)[edit | edit source]

A week later, from 4–5 July, Max Mad continued his resurgence with a dominant showing at the 2025 IDF Hobart Throwdown. Facing fierce rival Alex Brow in the final, Mad controlled the match from the outset with devastating scoring power and ruthless checkout accuracy. His 8–2 victory was one of the most one-sided finals of the year, underscoring the gulf in form between the two on the day. The win marked consecutive titles for Mad and propelled him back to the top of the Pro Tour standings, further intensifying the season-long rivalry with Brow.

2025 IDF Melbourne Slam (Alex Brow)[edit | edit source]

The 2025 IDF Melbourne Slam, held on 8–9 August, reignited the Brow–Mad rivalry with another electric clash. Alex Brow bounced back from earlier defeats to deliver a masterclass in consistency, defeating Max Mad 8–4 in front of a sold-out Melbourne crowd. Brow’s blend of tactical patience and heavy scoring turned the tide after a strong opening from Mad. The victory secured Brow his third Pro Tour title of the year and was hailed as one of his most complete performances, reasserting his position as one of the sport’s elite under pressure.

2025 IDF Perth Shootout (Elias Storm)[edit | edit source]

Closing out the Australian circuit, the 2025 IDF Perth Shootout on 15–16 August saw Elias Storm claim his first Pro Tour title of the season with an impressive 8–5 win over Mason Owens. Storm, a former world champion, displayed flashes of his vintage best throughout the tournament, combining heavy scoring with unshakable confidence on the outer ring. Owens, appearing in his third Pro Tour final of the year, fought valiantly but couldn’t match Storm’s scoring bursts. The victory revitalized Storm’s season and reminded the circuit that he remained one of the game’s most dangerous competitors when firing on all cylinders.

Major Invitationals[edit | edit source]

Main article: 2025 IDF Invitational Series
No. Date Event Champion Legs Runner-up Ref
1 16–17 January 2025 Australian Open Darts Championship Alex Brow 8–7 Lukas Parker
2 24–25 January 2025 New Zealand Open Darts Championship Alex Brow 8–7 Damon Edwards
3 6–7 June 2025 IDF Brisbane Open Mason Owens 8–3 Zion Carter
4 27–28 June 2025 IDF Darwin Classic Max Mad 8–6 Mason Owens
5 4–5 July 2025 IDF Hobart Throwdown Max Mad 8–2 Alex Brow
6 8–9 August 2025 IDF Melbourne Slam Alex Brow 8–4 Max Mad
7 15–16 August 2025 IDF Perth Shootout Elias Storm 8–5 Mason Owens
8 12–14 September 2025 IDF Sydney Challenge Alex Brow 8–5 Max Mad
9 ? 2025 IDF Newcastle Masters Theo Bartlett 11–9 Alex Brow
10 ? 2025 IDF Cairns Darts Cup –
11 ? 2025 IDF Wollongong Invitational –
12 ? 2025 IDF Launceston Open –
13 ? 2025 IDF Townsville Trophy –
14 ? 2025 Pro Tour Series of Darts Finals –

Youth & Development[edit | edit source]

Rules and conditions[edit | edit source]

  • Only players under the age of 25 will be able to join and participate in all youth tournaments (no matter what senior titles they've won).

Youth Championship[edit | edit source]

First round
(best of 11 legs) 		Quarter-finals
(best of 13 legs) 		Semi-finals
(best of 15 legs) 		Final
(best of 15 legs)
            
1 Alex Brow
Reece Mallory
 
 
8 Tyler Keane
Finn Hargreaves
 
 
5 Jaxon Flint
Zachary Moorcroft
 
 
4 Ryder Callan
Evan Trudeau
 
 
2 Elias Storm
Bradley Soren
 
 
7 Noah Draven
Cooper Maddox
 
 
6 Owen Blackwell
Jai McCormack
 
 
3 Theo Bartlett
Declan Fry

References[edit | edit source]

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