Inspired Littler lights up Ally Pally on debut, as Wright exits

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Teenage superstar Luke Littler produced a record-breaking performance on a night of history at the Paddy Power World Darts Championship, as two-time winner Peter Wright crashed out in straight sets.

Teenage star Littler relishing senior Ally Pally debut

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Teenage sensation Luke Littler will make his highly-anticipated Paddy Power World Darts Championship debut tonight, as he takes on former Lakeside Champion Christian Kist for a place in round two.

Beaton declares intention to retire at end of 2024 season

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Darts legend Steve Beaton has declared his intention to retire at end of 2024 season after over 30 years as a professional.

Young guns taking centre stage at World Darts Championship

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The changing face of darts is highlighted by the boom in youngsters excelling at the sport's top level.

Tournament record for 180s on course to be smashed at World Championship

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Irish bookmaker Paddy Power have revealed that it’s now an odds-on shot that the record for the highest number of 180s scored at Alexandra Palace will be smashed this year.

Van Gerwen begins title bid, as Wade crashes out

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Michael van Gerwen began his bid for a fourth Paddy Power World Darts Championship title with victory over Keane Barry, while James Wade was the first seed to exit the tournament at the hands of Matt Campbell on Day Five.

Campbell 'cannot afford to relax' ahead of Wade clash

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Matt Campbell admits he cannot afford to relax ahead of his second round clash against four-time World Championship semi-finalist James Wade at Alexandra Palace this afternoon.

Price powers through to round three, as Leung stuns Van Veen

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Gerwyn Price produced a merciless display to open his Paddy Power World Darts Championship campaign with victory at London's Alexandra Palace on Monday.

Price: 'Anybody' could win this year's World Championship

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Gerwyn Price will become the latest big name to get his Paddy Power World Darts Championship underway at London's Alexandra Palace on Monday evening.

How have defending champions fared at the World Darts Championship?

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The PDC World Darts Championship has seen 11 different champions crowned over the last 30 years, with six superstars lifting the Sid Waddell trophy on multiple occasions. 

The Paddy Power World Darts Championship Tour Card Holder Qualifier is open to all PDC Tour Card Holders who have not secured qualification for the 2025/26 Paddy Power World Darts Championship.

A minimum of two places in the world's biggest darts event will be up for grabs.