2025 IDF World Darts Championship

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2025 IDF World Darts Championship
Tournament information
DatesDecember 10, 2024 – January 7, 2025
VenueWinter Gardens
LocationBlackpool, England
Organisation(s)International Darts Federation (IDF)
FormatSets
Prize fund$2,500,000
Winner's share$1,250,000
Nine-dart finishDimitri Van den Bergh
High checkoutTBA
Champion(s)
TBA
«2024 2026»

The 2025 IDF World Darts Championship (known for sponsorship reasons as the 2024/25 World Champs Event) is an upcoming professional darts tournament scheduled to be held from December 10, 2024, to January 7, 2025, at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool, England. It will be the inaugural World Darts Championship organized by the International Darts Federation (IDF). The winner will receive $1,250,000 from a total prize fund of $2,500,000.

This tournament marks the beginning of a new era in international darts, introducing the IDF’s vision of a global championship. It is also connected to the newly established Home Darts Championship events, which began with the 2025 Home Masters Championship, where Lukas Parker emerged as the first champion. As a result, Parker is seeded number one, with Alex Brow as the second seed, both starting from the second round.

Format and structure

The 2025 IDF World Darts Championship is contested using a single-elimination format featuring 96 players. The competition is organized as follows:

  • Round 1: 64 unseeded players compete, with 32 winners advancing to the next round.
  • Round 2: The 32 winners from Round 1 face the 32 seeded players.
  • Round 3 (Last 32): 32 players compete, with 16 advancing.
  • Round 4 (Last 16): 16 players compete, with 8 advancing.
  • Quarterfinals: 8 players compete, with 4 advancing.
  • Semifinals: 4 players compete, with 2 advancing.
  • Final: The last 2 players compete for the championship title.

The seeding system ensures that the top 32 players are strategically positioned in the bracket to avoid meeting each other in the early rounds, maintaining competitive balance throughout the tournament.

Prize money

The total prize fund for the 2025 IDF World Darts Championship is $2,500,000, with $1,250,000 awarded to the winner.

Prize money breakdown
Position No. of players Prize money
Winner 1 $1,250,000
Runner-up 1 $500,000
Semi-finalists 2 $125,000
Quarter-finalists 4 $60,000
Last 16 8 $25,000
Second round 32 $10,000
First round 48 $5,000

Qualification

Seeding

The top 32 players are seeded based on the official International Darts Federation rankings, ensuring that the highest-ranked competitors are strategically positioned to avoid meeting each other in the early stages of the tournament. These seeds are determined by consistent performance, ranking points accumulated throughout the season, and notable achievements in major tournaments. The seeding system guarantees balanced matchups and preserves the competitive integrity of the championship.

Leading the list is Lukas Parker, who enters as the number one seed following his victory at the 2025 Home Masters Championship. Parker's consistent performance and his reputation as one of the most reliable finishers in the game have solidified his position at the top. Closely following him is Alex Brow, the second seed, known for his precision and competitive spirit. Brow's tactical approach and ability to perform under pressure have made him a formidable contender. Carter Dawson and Blake Carter are seeded third and fourth, respectively. Dawson is recognized as a rising star in the darts world, consistently reaching the latter stages of major tournaments throughout the season. His adaptability and high-scoring ability have earned him a reputation as one of the most exciting players to watch. Meanwhile, Carter is renowned for his aggressive playing style and explosive scoring power, making him a dangerous opponent for any competitor.

Other notable seeds include Ryan Thomas, known for his strategic approach and accurate finishing, and Nate Parker, whose rapid rise through the ranks has made him a player to watch. The remaining seeds are occupied by experienced players and emerging talents, all of whom have proven themselves on the Pro Tour. This diverse mix of seasoned professionals and promising newcomers ensures an exciting and unpredictable championship.

Pro Tour Qualification

A total of 63 players qualify through the IDF Pro Tour, based on their performances throughout the season. This includes results from ranking events and major tournaments organized by the International Darts Federation. The top players from the Pro Tour Order of Merit secure their spots in the first round.

  1. Aiden Brooks
  2. Blake Carter
  3. Carter Dawson
  4. Dylan Evans
  5. Ethan Foster
  6. Finn Greene
  7. Gavin Harris
  8. Ian Kelly
  9. Jack Lewis
  10. Kai Mitchell
  11. Liam Nelson
  12. Mason Owens
  13. Nate Parker
  14. Owen Quinn
  15. Parker Reeves
  16. Quinn Sanders
  17. Ryan Thomas
  18. Sean Turner
  19. Toby Underwood
  20. Victor Vaughn
  21. Wyatt Walker
  22. Xander Young
  23. Zane Adams
  24. Alec Baker
  25. Brody Clarke
  26. Caleb Daniels
  27. Damon Edwards
  28. Eli Fletcher
  29. Felix Grant
  30. Grant Hayes
  31. Hayden Ingram
  32. Isaac Johnson
  33. Jordan Knight
  34. Kevin Lee
  35. Logan Morgan
  36. Miles Nash
  37. Noah O'Brien
  38. Oscar Peterson
  39. Patrick Richards
  40. Reed Scott
  41. Spencer Taylor
  42. Tanner Vaughn
  43. Uriah Walker
  44. Vince Young
  45. Wesley Adams
  46. Xavier Baker
  47. Zion Carter
  48. Andy Dawson
  49. Brady Evans
  50. Chase Foster
  51. Derek Greene
  52. Elliott Harris
  53. Frank James
  54. Gage Kelly
  55. Harrison Lewis
  56. Isaiah Mitchell
  57. Jonah Nelson
  58. Kade Owens
  59. Lukas Parker
  60. Micah Quinn
  61. Nathan Reeves
  62. Oliver Sanders
  63. Alex Brow

These players managed to qualify for the event through various IDF Pro Tour events requiring them to reach a semi-final, final, or win the event to be added to the list: the more a player achieved, the higher they are placed. Adam Whitaker is the highest Pro Tour Qualifier after winning most of his Pro Tour events.

Pro Tour Qualification Players

  1. Adam Whitaker  
  2. Ben Holloway  
  3. Charlie Donnelly  
  4. Dean Sutherland  
  5. Elliot Fraser  
  6. Finlay McCabe  
  7. George Langston  
  8. Harvey Sinclair  
  9. Isaac Chandler  
  10. Jake Middleton  
  11. Kyle Bradford  
  12. Leo Whitman  
  13. Mason Thornton  
  14. Nathan Cross  
  15. Oliver Pratt  
  16. Paul Ellison  
  17. Reece Hargrove  
  18. Sam Kendrick  
  19. Tyler Montague  
  20. Zachary Clayton  
  21. Ashton Barrett  
  22. Brandon Lawson  
  23. Curtis Monroe  
  24. Dominic Steele  
  25. Ethan Langley  
  26. Felix Thornton  
  27. Gavin Calloway  
  28. Hayden Sharpe  
  29. Jason Beaumont  
  30. Kieran Doyle  
  31. Lewis Aldridge  
  32. Max Chambers  
  33. Nick Hawthorne  
  34. Oscar Milton  
  35. Patrick Lane  
  36. Quentin Marsh  
  37. Riley Chapman  
  38. Sebastian West  
  39. Tristan Fielding  
  40. Victor Carmichael  
  41. Wesley Glover  
  42. Xavier Dalton  
  43. Yannis Wainwright  
  44. Zander Stone  
  45. Alfie Hamilton  
  46. Bryce Pennington  
  47. Cameron Holt  
  48. Damon Yates  
  49. Evan Colby  
  50. Finn Turner  
  51. Grayson Webb  
  52. Hudson Palmer

International qualifiers

The remaining 16 spots are allocated to international qualifiers, representing various regions worldwide. These players earn their positions through regional qualifying events, showcasing emerging talent and ensuring global representation at the championship.

Summary

Schedule

Friday, 15 December
Match no. Round Player 1 Score Player 2 Set 1 Set 2 Set 3 Set 4 Set 5
Afternoon session (12:30 GMT)
01 1 Adam Whitaker – Ben Holloway
02 1 Charlie Donnelly – Dean Sutherland
03 1 Alex Brow – Finlay McCabe
04 1 George Langston – Harvey Sinclair
Friday, 15 December (Evening Session)
Match no. Round Player 1 Score Player 2 Set 1 Set 2 Set 3 Set 4 Set 5
Evening session (19:00 GMT)
05 1 Isaac Chandler – Jake Middleton
06 1 Kyle Bradford – Leo Whitman
07 1 Mason Thornton – Nathan Cross
08 1 Oliver Pratt – Paul Ellison
Saturday, 16 December
Match no. Round Player 1 Score Player 2 Set 1 Set 2 Set 3 Set 4 Set 5
Afternoon session (12:30 GMT)
09 1 Reece Hargrove – Sam Kendrick
10 1 Tyler Montague – Zachary Clayton
11 1 Ashton Barrett – Brandon Lawson
12 1 Curtis Monroe – Dominic Steele
Saturday, 16 December (Evening Session)
Match no. Round Player 1 Score Player 2 Set 1 Set 2 Set 3 Set 4 Set 5
Evening session (19:00 GMT)
13 1 Ethan Langley – Felix Thornton
14 1 Gavin Calloway – Hayden Sharpe
15 1 Jason Beaumont – Kieran Doyle
16 1 Lewis Aldridge – Max Chambers
Sunday, 17 December
Match no. Round Player 1 Score Player 2 Set 1 Set 2 Set 3 Set 4 Set 5
Afternoon session (12:30 GMT)
17 1 Nick Hawthorne – Oscar Milton
18 1 Patrick Lane – Quentin Marsh
19 1 Riley Chapman – Sebastian West
20 1 Tristan Fielding – Victor Carmichael
Sunday, 17 December (Evening Session)
Match no. Round Player 1 Score Player 2 Set 1 Set 2 Set 3 Set 4 Set 5
Evening session (19:00 GMT)
21 1 Wesley Glover – Xavier Dalton
22 1 Yannis Wainwright – Zander Stone
23 1 Alfie Hamilton – Bryce Pennington
24 1 Cameron Holt – Damon Yates

Draw

The draw was held on 27 November 2023 and was conducted by former world champions Dennis Priestley and Phil Taylor.[1][2]

Finals

Quarter-finals
(best of 9 sets)
1 January
[3] 		Semi-finals
(best of 11 sets)
2 January
[4] 		Final
(best of 13 sets)
3 January
[5]
         
17 Chris Dobey 99.84 4
8 Rob Cross 100.70 5
8 Rob Cross 102.77 2
Q Luke Littler 106.05 6
Q Luke Littler 101.93 5
28 Brendan Dolan 86.45 1
Q Luke Littler 101.13 4
3 Luke Humphries 103.67 7
2 Michael van Gerwen 93.41 3
Scott Williams 96.32 5
Scott Williams 94.93 0
3 Luke Humphries 108.74 6
3 Luke Humphries 103.50 5
11 Dave Chisnall 97.38 1

Top half

Section 1

First round
(best of 5 sets)
15–21 December
Second round
(best of 5 sets)
22–23 December
Third round
(best of 7 sets)
27–29 December
Fourth round
(best of 7 sets)
29–30 December
Quarter-finals
(best of 9 sets)
1 January
Adam Whitaker 1Lukas Parker
QBen Holloway
Charlie Donnelly 32Nathan Reeves
QDean Sutherland
Elliot Fraser 16Mason Owens
QFinlay McCabe
George Langston 17Nate Parker
QHarvey Sinclair
Isaac Chandler 8Owen Quinn
QJake Middleton
Kyle Bradford 25Gavin Harris
QLeo Whitman
Mason Thornton 9Jack Lewis
QNathan Cross
Oliver Pratt 24Damon Edwards
QPaul Ellison

Section 2

First round
(best of 5 sets)
15–21 December
Second round
(best of 5 sets)
22–23 December
Third round
(best of 7 sets)
27–29 December
Fourth round
(best of 7 sets)
29–30 December
Quarter-finals
(best of 9 sets)
1 January
Reece Hargrove 5Ethan Foster
QSam Kendrick
Tyler Montague 28Blake Carter
QZachary Clayton
Ashton Barrett 4Alex Brow
QBrandon Lawson
Curtis Monroe 29Micah Quinn
QDominic Steele
Ethan Langley 13Sean Turner
QFelix Thornton
Gavin Calloway 20Ryan Thomas
QHayden Sharpe
Jason Beaumont 6Xander Young
QKieran Doyle
Lewis Aldridge 27Caleb Daniels
QMax Chambers

Section 3

First round
(best of 5 sets)
15–21 December
Second round
(best of 5 sets)
22–23 December
Third round
(best of 7 sets)
27–29 December
Fourth round
(best of 7 sets)
29–30 December
Quarter-finals
(best of 9 sets)
1 January
Nick Hawthorne 28Damon Reets
QOscar Milton
Patrick Lane 29Micah Quinn
QQuentin Marsh
Riley Chapman 13Sean Turner
QSebastian West
Tristan Fielding 20Ryan Thomas
QVictor Carmichael
Wesley Glover 6Xander Young
QXavier Dalton
Yannis Wainwright 27Caleb Daniels
QZander Stone
Alfie Hamilton 12Alec Baker
QBryce Pennington
Cameron Holt 21Toby Underwood
QDamon Yates

Section 4

First round
(best of 5 sets)
15–21 December
Second round
(best of 5 sets)
22–23 December
Third round
(best of 7 sets)
27–29 December
Fourth round
(best of 7 sets)
29–30 December
Quarter-finals
(best of 9 sets)
1 January
Evan Colby 7Quinn Sanders
QFinn Turner
Grayson Webb 30Hayden Ingram
QHudson Palmer
Andy Dawson 14Kai Mitchell
QBrady Evans
Chase Foster 19Wyatt Walker
QDerek Greene
Elliott Harris 3Blake Carter
QFrank James
Gage Kelly 26Victor Vaughn
QHarrison Lewis
Isaiah Mitchell 11Parker Reeves
QJonah Nelson
Kade Owens 22Aiden Brooks
QOliver Sanders

Final

The final will be played on January 7, 2025, at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool. The final match will determine the champion of the 2025 IDF World Darts Championship.

Statistics

Highest averages

This table shows all averages over 100 achieved by players throughout the tournament. For players with multiple high averages, this is indicated by the number in brackets.

The three-dart average is the most cited statistic in darts matches as it gives a rough estimate of a player's form. For comparison with previous years, see the highest ever recorded averages in the World Darts Championship.

Broadcasting

The tournament will be broadcast live globally, with streaming available through the official IDF website and other broadcasting partners.

See also

References

  1. ↑ Gorton, Josh (27 November 2023). "2023/24 Paddy Power World Darts Championship draw confirmed". Professional Darts Corporation. Retrieved 27 November 2023.
  2. ↑ "PDC World Darts Championship 2024: Draw, schedule, betting odds, results & live Sky Sports TV coverage". Sporting Life. Retrieved 18 December 2023.
  3. ↑ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named Day Fourteen
  4. ↑ Gorton, Josh (2 January 2024). "Day Fifteen: Littler & Humphries set up mouth-watering World Championship final". Professional Darts Corporation.
  5. ↑ Gorton, Josh (3 January 2024). "Sensational Humphries denies Littler to seal World Championship glory". Professional Darts Corporation. Retrieved 3 January 2025.

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