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== IDF Pro Tour Events == | == IDF Pro Tour Events == | ||
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]
| 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]
| No. | Date | Event | Champion | Legs | Runner-up | Ref |
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| 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 | |||||||||||||||||||