The darts world is buzzing with activity! This week, Croatian powerhouse Boris Krcmar showcased his dominance by clinching the Modus Super Series title. Meanwhile, rising stars Tim Pusey and Patrik Kovács swept the World Affiliated Tours, proving their mettle. The World Darts Federation (WDF) saw champions crowned in New Zealand and Romania, while a groundbreaking initiative from PDC Europe is underway: a search for the sport’s first female caller. Beyond the oche, we also recap the Austrian Masters, Hildesheim City Championships, and a significant new TV deal for the PDC in the USA.
Krcmar Dominates Modus Super Series with Stellar Performance
Croatian darting sensation Boris Krcmar was unstoppable at the Modus Darts Super Series this past week. The seasoned Tour Card holder delivered a masterclass, consistently hitting high averages throughout the finals evening. His semi-final clash against Robin Martin was particularly impressive, boasting a remarkable 106-point average.
In the grand finale, the multiple e-darts World Champion faced Jack Tweddell, securing a decisive 4-2 victory. Other notable players reaching the finals evening included Scott Mitchell and Jack Drayton, though Fallon Sherrock and Joe Murnan did not advance to the final day.
Key Results:
- Semi-Final 1: Jack Tweddell 4-1 Conor Heneghan (Avg: 93.60 – 77.23)
- Semi-Final 2: Boris Krcmar 4-2 Robbie Martin (Avg: 106.21 – 87.04)
- Final: Boris Krcmar 4-2 Jack Tweddell (Avg: 100.19 – 90.83)
Rising Stars Shine on World Affiliated Tours
The weekend also saw exceptional performances on various affiliated tours, with Tim Pusey and Patrik Kovács making significant waves.
Tim Pusey’s Treble Triumph on the ADA Tour
Tim Pusey was in sensational form on the Australian Darts Association (ADA) Tour, securing an impressive three tournament victories. He triumphed in the first two events against formidable opponents Raymond Smith and Stuart Coburn. While Joe Comito claimed the 15th event of the year, defeating Howard Jones 6-2, Pusey bounced back to win the final tournament in set play against the very same Joe Comito.
Despite Pusey’s strong showing, Raymond Smith still leads the overall rankings with $14,000, followed by Brody Klinge ($12,900) and Tim Pusey ($7,200). Pusey’s recent success has significantly bolstered his chances for a spot in the upcoming ANZ Premier League.
ADA Tour Finals:
- Event 13: Tim Pusey 6-4 Raymond Smith (Avg: 89.66 – 92.77)
- Event 14: Tim Pusey 6-5 Stuart Coburn (Avg: 87.51 – 88.95)
- Event 15: Joe Comito 6-2 Howard Jones (Avg: 98.52 – 91.60)
- Event 16: Tim Pusey 2-0 Joe Comito (Avg: 93.48 – 83.40)
Patrik Kovács Dominates Hungarian Super League
The Hungarian Super League also hosted four more tournaments, with the top 8 players in the ranking ultimately qualifying for the play-offs and a coveted World Championship spot. The undisputed star of the tour is Patrik Kovács, known as “The Planer,” who added three more titles to his name over the weekend.
Kovács secured victories against Ferenc Bolla (6-1) and twice against László Ancsin (6-2 and 6-5). The only exception was the 15th tournament, won by Pal Székely against Barna Krekács. Kovács currently leads the rankings with 226 points, comfortably ahead of Zsolt Csájbok (156) and András Borbély (154).
Hungarian Super League Finals:
- Event 13: Patrik Kovács 6-1 Ferenc Bolla (Avg: 77.25 – 71.56)
- Event 14: Patrik Kovács 6-2 László Ancsin (Avg: 85.38 – 80.66)
- Event 15: Pal Székely 6-4 Barna Krekács (Avg: 84.04 – 79.58)
- Event 16: Patrik Kovács 6-5 László Ancsin (Avg: 79.90 – 74.09)
PDC Europe Searches for Historic First Female Caller
In a pioneering move, PDC Europe, in collaboration with Sport1, has launched a search for the first female caller in the PDC circuit. This exciting initiative invites interested individuals to apply immediately.
Applicants are required to submit a video to Moltke Sports. This video should include a brief self-introduction, demonstrate calling out scores of 180, 100, and 26, and feature the “Game On” announcement at the start of a leg. The selection process will culminate in a live audition on August 15th and 16th in Sindelfingen, held during the Next Gen event.
A distinguished panel of judges, including darts legend Russ Bray, Katharina Kleinfeldt, Philip Brzezinski, Daniela Bata, and Franz Engerer, will evaluate the candidates. The chosen winner will have the incredible opportunity to call at a prestigious Darts Gala and is envisioned to become a long-term voice for PDC Europe.
WDF Action: New Zealand and Romania Crown Champions
The World Darts Federation (WDF) circuit was active across two continents, offering crucial ranking points and World Championship qualification spots.
New Zealand Open 2026: World Championship Spots Secured
Hamilton, New Zealand, hosted the prestigious New Zealand Open 2026, a WDF Gold-ranked tournament. A coveted place at the WDF World Championship was up for grabs for both the men’s and women’s champions.
- In the Men’s Open, Mark Cleaver emerged victorious, navigating a tough field to defeat Brian Bullen (4-2), Sam Brown (5-1), and Jonny Tata (6-1) en route to the final. He then secured his World Championship spot with a dominant 7-2 win over Josh Roberts.
- For the Women’s event, Nicole Regnaud once again proved her class, triumphing 6-4 against Desi Mercer in the final. Tracy MacDonald and Amanda Zhu were defeated in the semi-finals.
New Zealand Open Finals:
- Men’s Final: Mark Cleaver 7-2 Josh Roberts
- Women’s Final: Nicole Regnaud 6-4 Desi Mercer
Timisoara Triple Header: Neil Duff and Greta Tekauer Shine
Three WDF tournaments were held in Timisoara, Romania, over the weekend, featuring a mix of Bronze and Silver ranking events.
- Timisoara Darts Classic (WDF Bronze): Laszlo Kadar took the Men’s title, narrowly beating Anthony Brown 5-4. In the Women’s Classic, Giulia Olteanu secured a tight 5-4 victory against Greta Tekauer.
- Timisoara Darts Grand Prix (WDF Bronze): Former WDF World Champion Neil Duff showcased his experience, winning the Men’s Grand Prix with a 5-2 final score against András Borbély. In the Women’s Grand Prix, Greta Tekauer got her revenge on Giulia Olteanu, winning convincingly 5-1.
- Timisoara International Darts Open (WDF Silver): The highest-ranked event of the weekend saw Neil Duff claim another Men’s title, defeating Kaya Baysal 5-2. Israel’s Dmitrii Rogov and Ben Townley reached the semi-finals. The Women’s International Open was once again won by Greta Tekauer, who defeated Giulia Olteanu 5-2, completing a strong weekend for her.
Other Darts Highlights: Austrian Masters, Hildesheim & ESPN Deal
Austrian Masters Crown New Champions
The Austrian Masters, organized by the ÖDV, took place in Hallein. In a somewhat surprising turn, Martin Kisela clinched the Men’s Singles title against Patrick Neumeister. Austrian Champion Christian Gödl and Michael Pausch shared third place. For the Women’s Singles, Sandra Hartmann was victorious in the final against Ina Kollarz. A total of 15 competitions were held, with the finals streamed live on Sunday.
PDC Expands US Reach with ESPN TV Deal
The Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) has secured another significant broadcast deal, expanding its reach in the United States. ESPN will now broadcast four major PDC tournaments, bringing top-tier darts to a wider American audience. The tournaments included in this deal are the prestigious World Matchplay, the World Grand Prix, the Grand Slam of Darts, and the jewel in the crown, the Darts World Championship.
The PDC expressed great satisfaction with the agreement, highlighting the growing importance of the US market for the sport. This deal is expected to further boost darts’ popularity across the Atlantic, potentially leading to more American participants in major tournaments.
Hildesheim City Championships See New Local Winners
The Hildesheim City Championships attracted a respectable field over the weekend. Jakob Hahn emerged as the Men’s Singles champion, securing a tight 7-6 victory in the final against Finn Prokop. Sven Schulte and Steffen von Sikorski were semi-finalists, while Ricardo Pietreczko, a notable name, was eliminated in the round of 64. The Doubles tournament was won by Finn Mocha and Markus Schmidt, who defeated Luca Lehnert and Ben Lehmann in the final.
Source: Based on an article from dartn.de.
