This week in darts is packed with excitement! Superstar Luke Littler is set to star in a groundbreaking Netflix live event, ‘Beat Luke Littler,’ where amateurs can win £501,000 by defeating him. We also celebrate Jesus Salate’s qualification for the PDC World Championship, Derek Coulson’s victory in the Modus Darts Super Series, and the latest on the PDC Europe Super League. Plus, new events are launching, and WDF tournaments delivered thrilling finishes across the globe.
Netflix Unveils Darts Extravaganza: ‘Beat Luke Littler’
Darts sensation Luke Littler is set to headline a groundbreaking live event on Netflix, giving amateur players a once-in-a-lifetime chance to challenge him. Scheduled for October 30, the show, aptly titled “Beat Luke Littler,” will see the reigning World Championship finalist compete against 20 amateur challengers. If any amateur manages to defeat Littler, they will walk away with a staggering £501,000 prize money. This unique event is a collaboration between Netflix and the PDC.
Littler himself expressed his excitement, stating, “Everyone thinks they can beat me. Now they have the chance to prove it.” This spectacle promises to be a major draw, bringing darts to a massive global audience through the streaming giant.
Road to the PDC World Championship: Jesus Salate Secures His Spot
Argentine darting star Jesus Salate has officially qualified for the PDC World Championship, repeating his success from last year! Competing on the CDLC Tour, Salate demonstrated overwhelming dominance, securing his position with two additional tournament victories. He consistently outperformed his rivals, notably defeating Rashad Sweeting in two finals: a commanding 6-1 win and a thrilling 6-5 decider, sealed with a crucial 118 finish.
While Salate clinched the overall tour title with 88 points, Rashad Sweeting also celebrated a season victory in the final event, overcoming Joshua Balfour 6-3. Sweeting and Balfour finished tied for second with 52 points each, highlighting Salate’s clear lead.
Key Results from the CDLC Tour:
- Event 4 Final: Jesus Salate 6-1 Rashad Sweeting (Avg: 80.35 – 79.31)
- Event 5 Final: Jesus Salate 6-5 Rashad Sweeting (Avg: 93.68 – 87.20)
- Event 6 Final: Rashad Sweeting 6-3 Joshua Balfour (Avg: 82.99 – 80.96)
Derek Coulson Crowned Modus Darts Super Series Season 14 Champion
The Modus Darts Super Series Season 14 concluded with a bang, as Welshman Derek Coulson emerged victorious! In a gripping Finals Night of Champions Week, Coulson defeated Ashley Coleman 4-1 in the grand final.
The journey to the final was intense, with Henry Coates and Scott Robertson falling in the semi-finals. Robertson notably hit a nine-dart finish earlier in the week, showcasing incredible skill. The night also featured a dramatic nine-dart shootout between Ashley Coleman, Derek Coulson, and Jack Aldridge, which determined who advanced to the semi-finals, with Aldridge narrowly missing out.
Finals Night Results:
- Semi-final 1: Ashley Coleman 4-1 Scott Robertson (Avg: 87.50 – 81.18)
- Semi-final 2: Derek Coulson 4-2 Henry Coates (Avg: 89.43 – 87.25)
- Final: Derek Coulson 4-1 Ashley Coleman (Avg: 91.67 – 89.73)
Looking ahead, the Modus Darts Super Series will feature another “Double Trouble Week” next.
PDC Europe Super League: All Matches Live on Free-TV
The highly anticipated PDC Europe Super League is set to run from November 10th to 13th, 2026, returning to Halle 39 in Hildesheim. For the first time ever, all matches featuring the 24 participants will be broadcast live and free-to-air on Sport1, offering nearly 23.5 hours of darts action. Before the main event, the crucial Play-Offs will take place on November 9th, streamed live on Sport1, where the final four spots for the Super League will be decided.
New Horizons: PDC Europe Start Events Gear Up
The inaugural season of PDC Europe Start is officially taking shape, with host venues confirmed across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Registrations for the first tournaments are opening soon via Dartconnect, allowing players to secure their spots. The first events are scheduled to commence on August 3rd. Players can sign up for a Season Pass, which grants entry to these exciting new competitions, fostering grassroots darts talent in the region.
A total of 23 venues in Germany, 9 in Austria, and 8 in Switzerland will host these new events, indicating a widespread effort to expand competitive darts.
Hungarian Darts Trophy: Host Nation Qualifiers Revealed
Sixty-six players battled it out in the Host Nation Qualifier for the Hungarian Darts Trophy, a prestigious European Tour event in Budapest. Four talented players successfully secured their places:
- Nandor Major
- Laszlo Kadar
- Andras Borbely
- Milan Biro
While Major and Borbely bring previous European Tour experience, this will mark an exciting ET debut for both Kadar and Biro, who will now compete on a bigger stage.
Final Round Qualifiers:
- Nandor Major 6-5 Bence Egedi (Avg: 85.54 – 80.01)
- Laszlo Kadar 6-5 Milan Lovei (Avg: 75.21 – 73.64)
- Andras Borbely 6-2 Balasz Szotak (Avg: 77.86 – 71.27)
- Milan Biro 6-0 Janos Vegsö (Avg: 81.98 – 74.53)
African Continental Tour North: Dominic Munyao Claims First Victory
The third tournament of the African Continental Tour North, held in Tanzania, saw a surprise winner in Dominic Munyao from Kenya, who clinched his maiden victory. Munyao’s impressive run through the knockout stages included dominant wins and close contests:
- Beat Joseph Wachira 6-1
- Beat Florestine Anthony 6-5
- Beat Isaac Soo 6-3
- Beat Benson Ngari 7-4
- Beat Charles Njuguna 8-2 in the final
Notably, Peter Wachiuri, winner of the first two tournaments, and David Munyua were both eliminated in the quarter-finals, paving the way for Munyao’s triumph.
Event 3 Final: Dominic Munyao 8-2 Charles Njuguna (Avg: 75.23 – 71.33)
WDF Global Action: Thrilling Finishes in Australia and Japan
The WDF circuit delivered exciting results from two major tournaments across the globe:
Pacific Masters (WDF Gold Status) in Australia
Held in Stirling, the Pacific Masters was a significant WDF Gold-status event. Blake Hatchett secured his WDF World Championship debut by winning the Open category, defeating Joe Comito 7-4 in the final. Hatchett’s path to victory included overcoming strong opponents such as James Bailey, Matt Dorotich, and Shannon O’Brien. Mal Cuming reached the semi-finals, while Raymond Smith exited in the last sixteen.
In the Women’s event, Christine Richardson-Clark, a player with over 30 years of WDF title-winning experience, showcased her enduring talent. She triumphed 6-3 against Tiarna Dorotich in the final with a commendable 74 average, bringing valuable experience to the Lakeside stage. Alyssa Moody and Harrena Platell were semi-finalists.
Pacific Masters Key Results:
Open Semi-finals:
- Joe Comito 6-4 Mal Cuming (Avg: 83.02 – 75.09)
- Blake Hatchett 6-5 Shannon O’Brien (Avg: 86.46 – 82.59)
Open Final:
- Blake Hatchett 7-4 Joe Comito (Avg: 86.72 – 86.63)
Women’s Semi-finals:
- Christine Richardson-Clark 5-3 Alyssa Moody (Avg: 60.90 – 59.85)
- Tiarna Dorotich 5-3 Harrena Platell (Avg: 64.88 – 67.76)
Women’s Final:
- Christine Richardson-Clark 6-3 Tiarna Dorotich (Avg: 74.23 – 64.10)
Japan Open (WDF Silver Status) in Osaka
The Japan Open, a WDF Silver-status tournament in Osaka, also delivered exciting champions. Tokuyo Takayama claimed the Open title with a 5-3 victory over Shoichi Yanase. In the Women’s competition, favourite Mayumi Ouchi lived up to expectations, securing a dominant 5-1 win against Kiyo Shimizu.
Japan Open Key Results:
Open Semi-finals:
- Tokoyu Takayama 4-3 Hiroki Kaneko
- Shoichi Yanase 4-3 Ryuhi Ueyama
Open Final:
- Tokuyo Takayama 5-3 Shoichi Yanase
Women’s Semi-finals:
- Mayumi Ouchi 4-3 Yukie Sakaguchi
- Kiyo Shimizu 4-2 Amgalan Tsogbayar
Women’s Final:
- Mayumi Ouchi 5-1 Kiyo Shimizu
JDC Girls Series Finals: Rebecca Allen Triumphs in Blackpool
The JDC Girls Series Finals, a highlight for young female talent, took place on the prestigious stage of the World Matchplay in Blackpool. Rebecca Allen, the 17-year-old Irish prodigy, clinched a narrow 5-4 victory against Macy Gibbons in a thrilling final. Allen has consistently shown impressive performances on the WDF circuit since 2025, signaling a bright future in darts.
German Darts Federation (DDV) Announces WDF Europe Cup Squad
The German Darts Federation (DDV) has unveiled its selections for the WDF Europe Cup 2026. The squad comprises top talent ready to represent Germany on the international stage:
Women’s Team:
- Irina Armstrong
- Julia Siek
- Madlen Gebauer
- Kira Mertens (These four represent the top 4 in the rankings)
Men’s Team:
- Paul Krohne
- Carsten Hoffmann
- Daniel Bauerdick
- Marcus Maier
Source: Based on an article from dartn.de.
