🏆 World Darts Championship

🏆 World Darts Championship



⚽ About World Darts Championship

The PDC World Darts Championship is the biggest and most prestigious event in professional darts. Held annually at Alexandra Palace (“Ally Pally”) in London, it brings together the world’s top players to compete for the Sid Waddell Trophy and a multi-million-pound prize fund.
The tournament runs from mid-December to early January and is famous for its electric atmosphere, fan costumes, walk-on music, and global TV audience.
Legends like Phil Taylor, Michael van Gerwen, Gary Anderson, and modern stars such as Luke Humphries and Michael Smith have shaped the event’s history.

🔁 Related Competitions

Premier League Darts
World Matchplay
Grand Slam of Darts
UK Open
Masters Darts

🧾 World Darts Championship
Records – Top 5

Most Titles: Phil Taylor – 14
Highest Average in a Match: Michael van Gerwen – 114.05
Youngest Winner: Luke Humphries / Previous: Michael Smith contenders
Largest Ally Pally Attendance: 3,200+ per session
Historic Moment: The switch from Circus Tavern to Alexandra Palace in 2008, boosting global profile

Last updated: June 30, 2025