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Luke Littler becomes youngest World Matchplay champion in history after rampant final win over James Wade

Luke Littler is the World Matchplay champion. 'The Nuke' took down James Wade 18-13 in the final in Blackpool on Sunday and has added yet another huge accolade to his collection.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 27

'No one likes to pay a parking fine, you know?': James Wade jokes on whether £100,000 softens blow of expensive family dayout

James Wade has never been one to mince his words — and after an exhausting 2025 World Matchplay semi-final win, he didn’t hold back. The 2018 champion booked his place in a seventh Matchplay final after a gruelling and chaotic contest, leaving him, in his own words, “absolutely bamboozled” and exhausted.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 27

Preview Sunday night World Matchplay: A second title for James Wade or a first for Luke Littler?

After an action-packed week, only James Wade and Luke Littler remain in contention for overall victory at the World Matchplay. Can veteran Wade win the World Matchplay a second time eighteen years after his first triumph?

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 26

Nine-dart king Luke Littler seals breathtaking Josh Rock comeback, faces brilliant James Wade in World Matchplay final

A nine-darter and a remarkable comeback for Luke Littler as the World Champion is en route potentially to his maiden World Matchplay title. He came from 6-1 down, hit perfection and beat Josh Rock 17-14.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 26

'I'm f****d': Exhausted, tired and 'bamboozled' James Wade books World Matchplay final after marathon Clayton win

James Wade has never been one to mince his words — and after an exhausting 2025 World Matchplay semi-final win, he didn’t hold back. The 2018 champion

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 25

'He’s done everything except win the World Championship' - Jonny Clayton full of praise for James Wade ahead of World Matchplay semi-final

Jonny Clayton delivered a commanding performance to overwhelm Stephen Bunting 16-7 at the World Matchplay, booking his place in the semi-finals and edging ever closer to what could be a historic Welsh breakthrough in the tournament.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 25

'I'm one of the greatest players ever to walk the planet': Signed, James Wade

James Wade was overlooked by Sky Sports in his own admission after his win over Gian van Veen 16-13 as he responded saying it made him hungry and that also he sees himself as one of the greatest players ever speaking to the media including DartsNews.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 24

Classy Jonny Clayton clinically thrashes Stephen Bunting, faces James Wade for spot in World Matchplay Final

Jonny Clayton will face James Wade in the first semi-final of the 2025 World Matchplay after ending the run of Stephen Bunting. While Wade saw off Gian van Veen.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 23

'He has a lot on his plate': Michael van Gerwen's personal situation could be a factor in Rock clash says Van der Voort

In the latest episode of the World Matchplay Turns Through podcast from Sportnieuws.nl, Vincent van der Voort and Damian Vlottes took a look back at a dramatic day in Blackpool that saw Danny Noppert bow out, James Wade execute a textbook performance, and Gian van Veen continue his steady evolution on the big stage.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 23

'How does he get to a tournament? Is it private jet?': James Wade says darts and golf is not comparable after Scottie Scheffler questioning

James Wade may have booked his place in a record-equalling 13th World Matchplay quarter-final, but it was his passionate defence of professional darts—and rejection of comparisons to golf—that stole the headlines in Blackpool on Tuesday night.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 20

'As much as I want to go to Australia, I'm going to Disneyland': James Wade rejected World Series of Darts return for family holiday

James Wade marked a remarkable milestone this week: his 20th consecutive appearance at the World Matchplay in a 10-3 win over Joe Cullen. He averaged 104.44 demolishing 'The Rockstar' with his highest ever average on the World Matchplay stage and was open and vulnerable in the press room afterwards.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 19

'It makes you hate everything' - James Wade opens up about daily bipolar disorder battle in top level sport

James Wade is not only one of the most consistent darters of his generation, he is also one of the few top athletes who has been open about his mental health for years.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 18

'It’s not exactly normal, is it?': Farting Furore - Darts faces an unlikely image problem

What began as a minor, almost humorous incident is now growing into a troubling trend within the darts world, as multiple players have recently made headlines for audibly passing wind during matches.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 16

'I gave him the dartboard and he sat there crying': Phil Taylor recalls unexpected best World Matchplay memory

In the run-up to the World Matchplay in Blackpool, there is one name that remains inextricably linked to the prestigious tournament and that, of course, is darts legend Phil Taylor.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 15

James Wade equals darts legend and approaches Phil Taylor with extraordinary World Matchplay run

The World Matchplay in Blackpool stands as one of the most prestigious events on the darts calendar—an elite battleground that not only showcases top talent but also serves as a true barometer of the world’s best players.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 15

James Wade hits out at British Airways as wait for lost luggage goes on: 'Not ideal preparation for one of the biggest major tournaments of the year'

British Airways is not making itself very popular in the darting community of late. At the recent 2025 Baltic Sea Darts Open, Ross Smith, Chris Dobey, and James Wade experienced issues with lost luggage.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 15

'Not a Lakeside final, not the Premier League final, that night in Blackpool was the greatest' - Glen Durrant recalls World Matchplay win over Van Gerwen

This weekend, the 2025 World Matchplay gets underway at the iconic Winter Gardens in Blackpool. Glen Durrant will be present in a punditry capacity for Sky Sports, but on his debut back in 2019, 'Duzza' reached the semi-finals, something the three-time world champion and Premier League Darts winner calls his career highlight.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / July 13

'No spare shafts or flights, no suitcase either' - James Wade latest player to reveal lost luggage issues at Baltic Sea Darts Open

James Wade produced a composed and clinical performance to ease into the last 16 at the Baltic Sea Darts Open, defeating fellow Englishman Luke Woodhouse 6–1 in convincing fashion.

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