How the PDC World Darts Championship Works: Format, Rules and Prize Money
The PDC World Darts Championship is the biggest event in darts. Here is a clear guide to how the tournament works, from…
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Darts news, tournament coverage, player stories and simple guides to the rules, formats, prize money and growth of the sport.
Build your understanding with Darts Rules Explained, then read PDC Darts Prize Money and How Darts Became a Global Sports Business to see how the game works on and off the oche.
From nine-darters and walk-on moments to rivalries, TV events and the pressure of finishing doubles, this category keeps darts coverage sharp and easy to follow.
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Darts Rules Explained: How 501, Legs, Sets, Doubles and Checkouts Work
Darts rules explained in simple terms. Learn how 501 scoring works, what legs and sets mean, why players must finish on a…
From Ally Pally to Blackpool: Darts Songs Lists by Event
A simple guide to darts songs lists by event, including how walk-on music shapes the atmosphere at the World Championship, Premier League…
Darts Formats Explained: Legs vs Sets and Why Matches Swing So Fast
A beginner-friendly guide to darts leg and set formats, explaining best-of, race-to, and why momentum flips fast, so you can watch and…
PDC Darts Prize Money Explained: What Players Really Earn
Learn how PDC darts prize money works in 2026. See major event payouts, ProTour earnings, and how money shapes rankings and careers.
From Pub Game to Global Sports Phenomenon: Darts Is Now Big Business
Find out how darts evolved into a lucrative, televised sport with massive global appeal, player opportunities, and a booming sports betting industry.
Luke Littler Awarded MBE in King’s Birthday Honours List
Find out why Luke Littler and Luke Humphries are the ones to beat in the world of darts, delivering consistent high-level performances.
How One Teenager Has Revolutionised an Entire Sport
Two words. Luke Littler. That's it. That's the name—a 17-year-old from Warrington who has single-handedly changed the sport of darts in one…
Gerwyn Price: A Closer Look at His Wealth and Achievements
Gerwyn Price, a professional darts player from Wales, has amassed significant wealth through his successful career in the sport. Here is an…
Premier League Darts: Night 4 – Will Littler Be a Hit or a Miss?
“Red Light, Green Light”. Unfortunately for Luke Littler, there have been more red lights than green ones in recent oche clashes. Can…
Premier League Darts – Night 3 Preview
Premier League Darts returns to British soil this week, as the darting deities descend on Glasgow. After thrilling nights in Cardiff and…
Who will win the Premier League Darts 2024?
The Premier League Darts returns on Thursday and this year looks like a great edition. Last year lacked quality at times and…
Gerwyn Price Wins World Series of Darts Finals
The World Series of Darts came to a thrilling conclusion on Sunday night in Amsterdam as 'the Iceman' Gerwyn Price completed a…
MVG Wins Thrilling World Matchplay Final
Michael Van Gerwen claimed his third World Matchplay title on Sunday night defeating the 'Iceman' Gerwyn Price 18-14 in the final to…
World Matchplay: MVG to Face Old Rival Adrian Lewis
From the 16th to the 24th of July 32 PDC stars will take the stage at the iconic Winter Gardens in Blackpool…
Australia Win World Cup of Darts
Ten years on from heartbreak in the 2012 World Cup Final where Australian pair Simon Whitlock and Paul Nicholson lost out to…
MVG Crowned 2022 Premier League Champion
'Mighty' Michael van Gerwen secured his sixth Premier League title on Monday night as he defeated 'the Rockstar' Joe Cullen 11-10 in…
Nordic Darts Masters – Dancing Dimi Victorious
The second event of this years World Series of Darts made its way to Copenhagen as the Nordic Darts Masters took place…
US Darts Masters – Bully Boy Conquers America
Photo: Peter Wright at Madison Square Garden. (Credit: Ed Mulholland/Matchroom) The World Series of Darts kicked off over the weekend of June…
World Championships: Price Eyes Consecutive Titles
The end of the darting year culminates with the biggest event in the PDC Calendar - The World Championships. Last year-round the…