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From his humble beginnings as a factory worker in Stoke-on-Trent to a global icon, Phil became the most decorated player in darts history...

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / October 1

'If I return, it has to be at Q School this year. Otherwise I won’t do it anymore' – Is Van der Voort hinting at a comeback?

Vincent van der Voort has long been a familiar face on the international darts scene. The towering Dutchman made his mark in both the BDO and PDC, but in recent years has also become known as a forthright pundit and businessman.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 29

'Darts is in a better place when Michael van Gerwen is playing well' – Glen Durrant hopes MVG can relive his glory days

In the heart of Manchester, the Target 2025 launch brought together a host of big names. Three-time BDO world champion Glen Durrant was visibly enjoying the event and gave thoughts on everything from Michael van Gerwen, Beau Greaves and even Adrian Lewis.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 25

'I was convinced my darting days were over – now I’m optimistic' - Jules van Dongen to make ProTour return playing left-handed

Jules van Dongen has announced that he will return to the PDC Pro Tour next month – but this time as a left-hander. The US-based Dutchman confirmed he will compete in the final Players Championship events of the season as well as the Grand Slam of Darts qualifier.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 24

Phil Taylor warns: 'Luke Littler has got to make players fear him to break my record'

Phil Taylor, 16-time world champion and undisputed darts icon, sees Luke Littler as the man most capable of threatening his extraordinary legacy. Yet Taylor adds a note of caution: if the teenage sensation is ever to match or even surpass his record, “The Power” insists it will take far more than raw talent.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 23

'I'm your manager now' - Phil Taylor on Barry Hearn's hilarious phone call that led to perfect partnership

Phil Taylor, 16-time world champion and the most successful dart player of all time, can still smile smugly at the moment Barry Hearn became his manager.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 23

'This is a privilege that I will cherish forever' - Barry Hearn receives prestigious award as reward for impressive career

Monday, Sept. 22, became a day that Barry Hearn, the iconic sports promoter and former chairman of the PDC, will not soon forget. At the historic Guildhall, he received the prestigious Freedom of the City of London, an honor that dates back to the 13th century and is rarely awarded.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 22

Phil Taylor picks out darters to be in next year's Premier League while disclosing update on Adrian Lewis

Phil Taylor was among the many well-known darts faces who attended the 2025 Target Launch, with him struggling to keep up to date with all of the new inovations in the game.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 19

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.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 5

Watch: Jamie Harvey leaves Phil Taylor stunned as he falls off stage in iconic moment from early PDC years

The darts world said goodbye yesterday to a particularly colourful and beloved figure in the history of the sport: 'Bravedart' Jamie Harvey. The well-liked Scottish darter was not only a pioneer within the professional darts world, but also a player whose charisma and unique style made him a firm favourite with fans for many years.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / September 2

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.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 31

'People aren’t frightened of him at the minute': Adrian Lewis lacking fear factor so far in return according to Phil Taylor

After a whopping 29-month absence, Adrian "Jackpot" Lewis made his long-awaited return to professional darts. The two-time world champion returned to the international stage at the Modus International Pairs, where he teamed up with darts icon Steve Beaton for Team England.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 29

Phil Taylor reveals the only way to stop Luke Littler: 'Slow the game down'

For the past eighteen months, the world of darts has been turned upside down by the phenomenon that is Luke Littler. Since his sensational breakthrough at the PDC World Championship at the start of 2024 – when, as a 16-year-old, he reached the final – the young Englishman has shown no signs of slowing down.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 28

'We should just be really happy about the fact that we're going to get to watch him play': Paul Nicholson eagerly awaits Adrian Lewis return

'We should just be really happy': Paul Nicholson eagerly awaits Adrian Lewis return

Adrian Lewis is making his long-awaited return to competitive darts. For the first time since the 2023 UK Open, the two-time world champion will reappear on the oche.

Back in the day with: Kyle Anderson - Australian nine-dart hero who sadly passed away four years ago

In this column, we regularly go back in time with a particular darter. On the occasion of the Auckland Darts Masters, a tournament that takes place this month and was won by Kyle Anderson in 2017, today we do so with the much missed Australian.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 22

From Phil Taylor's heir apparent to two-time world champion, this is the story of darts' born entertainer Adrian Lewis

Adrian Lewis, the two-time world champion, is famously known for his effortless style, frequent 180s and has been a household name in darts for over a decade.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 21

Back in the day with: Ted Hankey — From Hero to Zero: two-time world champion who ended career in disgrace

In this column, we regularly go back in the day with a particular darter. Today we do so with Ted Hankey, who at 57 already has a particularly eventful life story behind him.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 20

23 years on from his last entry, John Part returns to the WDF World Masters

Three-time World Champion John Part is making a return to the World Darts Federation (WDF), as he becomes the latest player to enter the WDF World Masters.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 20

'That’s his own fault, he didn’t perform the rankings reflect that'- Van der Voort tough on Van Gerwen after poor World Series showing

The 2025 World Series of Darts is in the books — and once again, the headline is Luke Littler. The teenager continues to set the standard, Mike De Decker has underlined his progression, and Michael van Gerwen faces the prospect of a brutal draw in Amsterdam.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 19

17 years, 5 months and 24 days: Dragutin Horvat's historic drought at Players Championship tournaments

There are players such as Luke Littler, Michael van Gerwen and Phil Taylor who have won almost everything in their careers. However, these are exceptional cases.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 19

Back in the day: ONE HIT WONDERS: Aden Kirk - The man who beat Phil Taylor and Peter Wright at the 2014 UK Open

In this column, we highlight "One Hit Wonders," players who achieved one remarkable feat but then disappeared from the big stage just as quickly. Today it is the turn of Aden Kirk, the Englishman who caused a big stunt at the 2014 UK Open by winning consecutively from Phil Taylor and Peter Wright.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 18

Analysis: The fleeting rise and unexpected downfall of the World Seniors Darts Tour

Back in 1994, Circus Tavern kicked off a memorable and iconic stint as the home of the pinnacle of darts: the PDC World Championships. With a capacity of 1,100, eagerly anticipated darts fans crowded the venue located in Purfleet, Essex, to watch some world class darts.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / August 17

The Highest Average Ever Thrown in the PDC — And No, It Wasn’t Phil Taylor, Michael van Gerwen or Luke Littler

In today’s PDC landscape, three-figure averages have become almost commonplace. The top players consistently deliver breathtaking performances that push the boundaries of what’s possible in darts.