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World Masters Darts Betting Guide Information
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World Masters Darts Blog Content
- World Masters Darts Preview
- World Masters Darts Format & Schedule
- World Masters Darts Last Ten Winners
- World Masters Darts Statistics & Records
- Darts Betting Guides on OLBG
How can I bet on the Darts ?
If you are new to darts betting then why not take a look at our darts betting guide which is packed with useful info to help gain a better understanding of darts betting before you start placing your darts bets. Our best bookie for darts guide contains the latest bookie offers and promos which may help maximise your darts betting needs. There are a number of darts markets to bet on including Match Winner, Set Score, Total 180's, Most 180's, nine dart finish and many more.
Who will win the World Masters Darts tournament ?
OLBG's darts tipsters provide World Masters tips and analysis on the World Masters Darts Outright Winner market, plus daily selections on matches throughout the World Masters Tournament so don't forget to check out the World Masters Darts tips before placing your daily darts bets.
Is the World Masters Darts tournament Live on TV ?
The World Masters Darts tournament is shown live on ITV4 in the U.K.
World Masters Darts Preview
When is the World Masters Darts Tournament ?
The 2026 World Masters Darts tournament dates are to be confirmed.
Where is the Masters Darts Tournament ?
The Winmau World Masters Darts Tournament is held at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes, U.K.
Who are the favourites to win the 2026 Masters Darts Tournament ?
Luke Humphries is the defending World Masters Darts champion.
Check out the OLBG Best Darts Tipsters page nearer the time to see who the best performing darts tipsters fancy to win the 2026 Winmau World Masters and for their daily darts tips throughout the World Masters Darts.
World Masters Darts Format & Schedule
How does the Masters Darts Tournament work ?
The Winmau sponsored World Masters Darts Tournament features the top 24 darts players in the PDC Order of Merit following the PDC World Championship. These 24 players are joined by 8 players who qualify from the Preliminary Rounds.
The Preliminary Rounds played in a round robin and then knockout format are open to non-qualified PDC Tour Card holders, the top eight players from the PDC's Secondary and Global Affiliate Tours and four players from the Junior Darts Corporation.
Masters Darts Format
- First Round: Best of 5 sets
- Second Round: Best of 7 sets
- Quarter Finals: Best of 7 sets
- Semi Finals: Best of 9 sets
- Final: Best of 11 sets
2025 Masters Darts Main Draw
Thursday & Friday: First Round
| Player (ranking) | Score | Player (ranking) |
|---|---|---|
| Luke Humphries (1) | 3 v 1 | Joe Cullen (23) |
| Josh Rock (16) | 3 v 1 | Jermaine Wattimena (35) |
| Damon Heta (8) | 3 v 1 | Ross Smith (21) |
| Gerwyn Price (9) | 3 v 0 | Florian Hempel (53) |
| Rob Cross (4) | 1 v 3 | William O'Connor (52) |
| Danny Noppert (13) | 3 v 1 | Michael Smith (17) |
| Stephen Bunting (5) | 3 v 2 | William Borland (91) |
| Peter Wright (12) | 3 v 2 | Kevin Doets (41) |
| Luke Littler (2) | 3 v 0 | Andy Baetens (71) |
| James Wade (15) | 3 v 2 | Mike De Decker (24) |
| Jonny Clayton (7) | 3 v 1 | Martin Schindler (22) |
| Chris Dobey (10) | 1 v 3 | Ryan Searle (19) |
| Michael van Gerwen (3) | 3 v 1 | Bradley Brooks (n/a) |
| Gary Anderson (14) | 1 v 3 | Dimitri Van den Bergh (18) |
| Dave Chisnall (6) | 1 v 3 | Cameron Menzies (39) |
| Nathan Aspinall (11) | 3 v 0 | Andrew Gilding (20) |
Saturday: Second Round
| Player (ranking) | Score | Player (ranking) |
|---|---|---|
| Luke Humphries (1) | 4 v 0 | Josh Rock (16) |
| Damon Heta (8) | 4 v 3 | Gerwyn Price (9) |
| William O'Connor (52) | 0 v 4 | Danny Noppert (13) |
| Stephen Bunting (5) | 4 v 2 | Peter Wright (12) |
| Luke Littler (2) | 4 v 0 | James Wade (15) |
| Jonny Clayton (7) | 4 v 3 | Ryan Searle (19) |
| Michael van Gerwen (3) | 3 v 4 | Dimitri Van den Bergh (18) |
| Cameron Menzies (39) | 1 v 4 | Nathan Aspinall (11) |
Sunday: Quarter Finals
| Player (ranking) | Score | Player (ranking) |
|---|---|---|
| Luke Humphries (1) | 4 v 1 | Damon Heta (8) |
| Danny Noppert (13) | 4 v 3 | Stephen Bunting (5) |
| Luke Littler (2) | 2 v 4 | Jonny Clayton (7) |
| Dimitri Van den Bergh (18) | 4 v 1 | Nathan Aspinall (11) |
Sunday: Semi Finals
| Player (ranking) | Score | Player (ranking) |
|---|---|---|
| Luke Humphries (1) | 5 v 2 | Danny Noppert (13) |
| Jonny Clayton (7) | 5 v 2 | Dimitri Van den Bergh (18) |
Sunday: Final
| Player (ranking) | Score | Player (ranking) |
|---|---|---|
| Luke Humphries (1) | 6 v 5 | Jonny Clayton (7) |
For the latest news on the 2026 Masters Darts Tournament head over to the official PDC website.
World Masters Darts Last Ten Winners
Who won the 2025 World Masters Darts Tournament ?
Top seed Luke Humphries won the 2025 World Masters Darts tournament defeating Jonny Clayton 6-5 in the final.
World Masters Darts Last Ten Winners
| Year | Winner | Score | Runner Up |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Luke Humphries | 6 - 5 | Jonny Clayton |
| 2024 | Stephen Bunting | 11 - 7 | Michael van Gerwen |
| 2023 | Chris Dobey | 11 - 7 | Rob Cross |
| 2022 | Joe Cullen | 11 - 9 | Dave Chisnall |
| 2021 | Jonny Clayton | 11 - 8 | Mervyn King |
| 2020 | Peter Wright | 11 - 10 | Michael Smith |
| 2019 | Michael van Gerwen | 11 - 5 | James Wade |
| 2018 | Michael van Gerwen | 11 - 9 | Raymond van Barneveld |
| 2017 | Michael van Gerwen | 11 - 7 | Gary Anderson |
| 2016 | Michael van Gerwen | 11 - 6 | Dave Chisnall |
World Masters Darts Statistics & Records
Most World Masters Darts Final Appearances
- 6 - Michael van Gerwen
Most World Masters Darts Titles
- 5 - Michael van Gerwen
Highest World Masters Match Three Dart Average
- 112.77 - Jonny Clayton (v Martin Schindler) 2025
Highest 'World Masters Final' Three Dart Average
- 112.49 - Michael van Gerwen (v Raymond van Barneveld) 2015
Highest World Masters Match Losing Three Dart Average
- 111.17 - Gary Anderson (v Rob Cross) 2023
Darts Betting Guides on OLBG
- PDC World Darts Championship Betting Guide
- World Seniors Darts Championship Preview & Betting Guide
- Premier League Darts Betting Guide
- World Cup of Darts Betting Guide
- World Grand Prix Darts Betting Guide
- Grand Slam of Darts Betting Guide
UK Open Darts Preview & Betting Guide
Author and Contributor Information
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Matthew Edgar, born on August 28, 1986, is an English professional darts player currently targeting the WDF World championships at Lakeside in December 2024 and commentating on Darts for Sky Sports. Known for his practice sessions with former world championship runner-up Kevin Painter, Edgar began his sports career as a coach for Northampton Town before shifting to darts. Prior to his darts career, he trained in mixed martial arts and was a professional wrestler. Edgar also hosts a dedicated darts YouTube channel, "Edgar TV," where he interacts with followers and shares his professional competition experiences.
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