Eighteen-year-old German darts sensation Yorick Hofkens has made history by becoming the youngest-ever PDC Tour Card holder, a professional status he earned after a remarkable performance at EU Q School. Following this major achievement, Hofkens has now signed with MODUS Sports Management, joining their esteemed roster of world-class players who will guide him through his promising career on the professional circuit.
MODUS Sports Management is celebrating its fourth new signing in just over a week, welcoming the remarkable Yorick Hofkens to their rapidly expanding team. The 18-year-old German prodigy recently secured his PDC Tour Card at the EU Q School in Kalkar, a significant step that grants him professional status in the world of darts.
Hofkens’ journey to professional darts was cemented on Day Three of the final stage, where he notably defeated WDF World Champion Jimmy van Schie in their semi-final clash. This victory not only secured his Tour Card but also made him the youngest PDC Tour Card holder in history, a testament to his exceptional talent and composure under pressure.
A Rising Star’s Journey:
- 2023 Four Nations Cup: Represented Germany and clinched the boys’ singles title.
- WDF Europe Youth Cup: Just three months later, he captured the boys’ singles title at this prestigious event.
- PDC Euro Tour Debut: In May 2025, he made his debut on the PDC Euro Tour at the Baltic Sea Darts Open in Kiel, where he narrowly lost to Cameron Menzies in a nail-biting final leg of the first round.
MODUS Expresses Delight:
Billy Lovell, representing MODUS, expressed immense enthusiasm about their latest addition. “We are delighted to welcome Yorick into our ever-growing stable of world-class players,” Lovell stated. “He is a talented teenager who has proved his potential in gaining a Tour Card in what was a stacked field at EU Q School. We are all excited to see how far he can go on tour over the next two years and beyond.”
Hofkens’ Excitement for the Future:
Yorick Hofkens himself shared his excitement about joining MODUS. “I’m really happy to have signed with MODUS,” he said. “They have some amazing players under their management, and I know they will be able to guide my career in the right direction and get me where I want to be.” Looking ahead, Hofkens added, “I’m really excited to be playing on the PDC Tour, and can’t wait to get started.”
Understanding the PDC Tour Card:
A PDC Tour Card is a highly coveted credential in professional darts. It grants players access to all Players Championship events and UK Open qualifiers for a two-year period, allowing them to compete against the sport’s elite and climb the rankings. This is a crucial step for any aspiring professional, offering direct entry into significant tournaments and the opportunity to earn substantial prize money and global recognition. Hofkens’ achievement means he will now regularly compete on the sport’s biggest stages.
Source: Based on an article from Darts World Magazine.
