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'It feels a bit weird' – Ryan Searle reacts to breaking new ground with Players Championship 28 title

Ryan Searle admitted his relief after clinching his second Players Championship title of 2025 in Leicester, overcoming debut finalist Mario Vandenbogaerde 8-6 in a tense conclusion to PC28.

Who are the longest reigning World No.1's on PDC Order of Merit? Luke Humphries current leader as Michael van Gerwen, Phil Taylor set pace

The PDC Order of Merit is the ranking system for professional darts at the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC). Over the years, only thirteen players have led the world rankings in darts.

Michael Smith and Dimitri Van den Bergh to miss out on the World Grand Prix: the reasons behind their absence

The World Grand Prix is a staple of the PDC darts calendar, featuring the best darters in the world competing for a prestigious TV title. However, this year's edition will not feature Michael Smith or Dimitri Van den Bergh.

Michael Smith, Joe Cullen and Dimitri van den Bergh miss out as Swiss Darts Trophy Tour Card Holder Qualifiers confirmed

Callan Rydz, William O'Connor and Ritchie Edhouse were among the ten winners at the Tour Card-qualifying tournament for the Swiss Darts Trophy, to be played from Sept.

DRAW Swiss Darts Trophy 2025 Tour Card Qualifier: Michael Smith, Joe Cullen, Dimitri van den Bergh in the fight for 10 spots available in Basel

The qualifying tournament for PDC Tour Card holders for the 2025 Swiss Darts Trophy is scheduled for Tour Card holders on Thursday afternoon. Ten starting spots are available here for the thirteenth European Tour tournament of the season.

'Is he out of the top 32 in the next 12 months' - Former pro openly wonders if Michael Smith's career is still salvageable

Michael Smith is currently in the toughest phase of his career. The former world champion has slipped to No. 21 in the world rankings and is also in danger of dropping out of the top 32 in the near future, according to several people within the sport.

ADA winner Tim Pusey secures World Championships spot, set to make debut at Ally Pally later this year

The World Championships are fast approaching, with final slots in the lineup starting to gradually get filled. The latest darter to confirm their place at the prestigious event at Alexander Palace is Aussie Tim Pusey.

European Tour Order of Merit update: Chris Dobey, Michael Smith, Rob Cross & Raymond van Barneveld in danger of missing European Championship

Last weekend the Czech Darts Open 2025 was played in Prague. This was the eleventh of the fourteen Euro Tour tournaments, so we can now slowly see who is sure to participate in the European Championship and who will still have to work.

Fourth Euro Tour title for Luke Littler, but Michael van Gerwen remains unchallenged leader with a whopping 38 titles

Luke Littler won the Flanders Darts Trophy last weekend. The Nuke beat Josh Rock 8-7 in the final in Antwerp. For Littler it is already his second title on the European Tour this year, after winning the Belgian Darts Open in early March.

'Even when you’re naturally talented, you've still got to put the effort in': Taylor advises Lewis to play as much as possible in comeback

Sixteen-time World Champion Phil “The Power” Taylor sat down at the MODUS Super Series to give his thoughts on the return of Adrian Lewis, a player he knows better than most.

Mario Vandenbogaerde dumps out former world champ to send Antwerp crazy

Mario Vandenbogaerde sent the Antwerp Expo into raptures Friday night as he edged out former World Champion Michael Smith in a dramatic last-leg decider to reach the second round of the 2025 Flanders Darts Trophy.

Preview Friday night Flanders Darts Trophy: Michael Smith, Raymond van Barneveld and Joe Cullen in action

From Friday, August 29 to Sunday, August 31, the Flanders Darts Trophy in Antwerp is on the program. This is the tenth Euro Tour tournament of the season and Friday night sees some big names in action.

Only Michael van Gerwen and Peter Wright left standing as remarkable World Series Finals record continues

On Wednesday in Milton Keynes, the PDC Tour Card Holder Qualifier for the 2025 World Series of Darts Finals took place – and it brought an end to a proud streak for Michael Smith.

Preview Friday afternoon Flanders Darts Trophy: Van Veen, Menzies and Gilding v Suljovic among highlights

From Friday, August 29 to Sunday, August 31, the Flanders Darts Trophy in Antwerp is on the program. This is the tenth Euro Tour tournament of the season.

'I’ve told my kids I will and that’s enough': Michael Smith makes vow to come back stronger amid World Series anguish

Michael Smith failed to qualify for the World Series of Darts Finals only just as he was beaten by Cameron Menzies 6-4 in the final round of the qualifier for the AFAS Live based tournament in Amsterdam.

DRAW World Series of Darts Finals Qualifier: Michael Smith, Cameron Menzies, Joe Cullen aim to seal Amsterdam spot

Field confirmed for World Series of Darts Finals Qualifier in Milton Keynes - Including Michael Smith, Dimitri Van den Bergh and Gian van Veen

The line-up for the World Series of Darts Finals Qualifier has been confirmed, featuring several high-profile names including former world champion Michael Smith, former World Matchplay champion Dimitri Van den Bergh, and rising Dutch star Gian van Veen.

'Worst case is a shoulder replacement': Michael Smith opens up on injury hell, remains defiant in bid to return to his best

Michael Smith’s career has always been about fighting through adversity. From countless near misses on the biggest stages to finally lifting the World Championship trophy in 2023, “Bully Boy” has been defined by his resilience.

'They were trying to compete against each other instead of with': Michael Smith says ego cost Littler and Humphries World Cup bid

Michael Smith has admitted that the ego of Luke Littler and Luke Humphries cost the England team the title at the World Cup of Darts. For the England team, that tournament ended in a total deception.

'Once you start slipping, it's so hard to get back': Harsh reality check coming for Michael Smith in quest to return from injury

In a new episode of Sportnieuws.nl’s podcast Darts Draait Door, Jermaine Wattimena joins hosts Damian Vlottes and Vincent van der Voort for a candid, humorous, and insightful discussion.

The inside story of the 2025 World Matchplay - Luke Littler's Triple Crown completion, Jonny Clayton's Hulk Hogan heartbreak

The 2025 World Matchplay is in the history books and what an edition of the yearly Winter Gardens spectacle it was. Dartsnews.com was there, present in the press room, seeing all the action first hand.

'Sometimes, stepping away is the better option' - Van der Voort sees danger for Michael Smith and draws comparison with Adrian Lewis

Michael Smith is enduring what may be the most challenging spell of his professional career. The 35-year-old former world champion has been hampered by injuries for several months and, for the first time since 2014, failed to qualify for the World Matchplay.

'Few hiccups won't ruin me, I've proved that time and time again' - Michael Smith misses crucial tournament due to continued injury issues

Former world champion Michael Smith must temporarily withdraw from several major darts tournaments because of persistent physical complaints. He suffers from arthritis in his throwing hand, an injury to his left foot and ankle as well as a shoulder problem that has been bothering him for some time.

'Two years ago, Michael Smith was the number 1 seed at the World Matchplay' - Matthew Edgar 'can't believe' rapid drop-off of BullyBoy

With the 2025 World Matchplay getting underway this coming Saturday evening in Blackpool, arguably the most notable name missing from the line-up this year is Michael Smith.