Michael van Gerwen will begin his defence of the Blåkläder Belgian Darts Open with a potential showdown against Peter Wright, with the draw and schedule for the opening PDC European Tour event of 2024 now confirmed.

Player entries for the next four East Europe Qualifiers on the 2024 PDC European Tour are now open.

The PDC has reviewed the PDC Order of Merit Rules regarding European Tour events for 2024 following feedback received from the PDPA.

Callan Rydz and Ritchie Edhouse secured a European Tour qualification double in Leicester on Wednesday.

Damon Heta produced an inspired mid-game burst to defeat Chris Dobey and claim Tuesday’s Players Championship Four title in Leicester.

Ryan Searle continued his blistering form to clinch a first title of 2024 on Monday, denying an inspired Gary Anderson to celebrate Players Championship Three success in Leicester.

Player entries for European Tour Events 3-4 have been confirmed ahead of next week's Tour Card Holder Qualifiers in Leicester.

Player entries have been confirmed for next week's Players Championship double-header, as the 2024 PDC ProTour season continues in Leicester.

Luke Littler will make his European Tour debut at the Blåkläder Belgian Darts Open next month, after winning through Wednesday's Tour Card Holder Qualifier in Wigan.

Gary Anderson was on top form as he claimed his first PDC title of the year at Players Championship 2 in Wigan on Tuesday.