The final leg of the race to secure a spot in the World Grand Prix, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports at the end of September, takes place this weekend at the Flanders Darts Trophy in Antwerp. This event marks the thirteenth European Tour stop of the PDC season and offers a valuable opportunity for many of the sport’s leading competitors to claim a title, especially since the top‑ranked duo of Luke Littler and Luke Humphries are not participating. Among the headline names slated to compete at the Antwerp Expo are Gian van Veen, Gerwyn Price, Michael van Gerwen and James Wade. Each of these players will be looking to add another trophy to their impressive résumés, and the draw promises a series of high‑stakes match‑ups that could reshape the leaderboard heading into the Grand Prix.
One of the most talked‑about stories from the previous week’s Euro Tour event in Prague involved Beau Greaves. Greaves made history by becoming the first woman ever to win a match on the Euro Tour, a milestone that generated considerable buzz across the darts community. However, her momentum was halted on Friday when she faced Australian contender Damon Heta.
Greaves was unable to replicate her earlier success and was eliminated from the tournament before the weekend’s climax. Heta’s victory not only advanced him further in the competition but also set up a thrilling encounter with Michael van Gerwen scheduled for Saturday. The tournament schedule is laid out as follows.
On Friday, September 11, the first round kicks off with an afternoon session that features Niels Zonneveld defeating Petr Tous 6‑3, Bradley Brooks edging out Mickey Mansell 6‑4, and Chris Landman prevailing over Andrew Gilding 6‑5. Other notable results from this session include Kevin Doets dispatching James Hurrell 6‑1, Karel Sedlacek beating Michael Hansen 6‑2, and Jeffrey de Graaf securing a narrow 6‑5 win over Jeroen Caron.
The evening session, beginning at 1800 BST, sees Rob Cross overcoming Cristo Reyes 6‑3, while Andy Baetens defeats Joe Cullen 6‑3 after a competitive match. Cameron Menzies falls 4‑6 to Gabriel Clemens, and William O'Connor beats Kevin Lankhuizen 6‑2.
Raymond van Barneveld is upset by Jim Long 2‑6, and Damon Heta clinches a 6‑5 victory over Beau Greaves, eliminating the historic British player. The night concludes with Sebastian Bialecki edging Kim Huybrechts 6‑5 and Dirk van Duijvenbode losing to Brendan Dolan 3‑6. Saturday, September 12, brings the second round.
The afternoon session (1200 BST) pairs Krzysztof Ratajski with Kevin Doets, Jermaine Wattimena against Karel Sedlacek, Martin Schindler versus Rob Cross, Danny Noppert meeting Chris Landman, Ryan Searle taking on Andy Baetens, Chris Dobey versus Niels Zonneveld, Luke Woodhouse against William O'Connor, and Ross Smith playing Jeffrey de Graaf. The evening session (1800 BST) features Josh Rock versus Ryan Joyce, Gerwyn Price facing Bradley Brooks, James Wade against Jim Long, Gian van Veen meeting Gabriel Clemens, Michael van Gerwen taking on Damon Heta, Nathan Aspinall versus Nico Springer, Stephen Bunting against Brendan Dolan, and Wessel Nijman playing Sebastian Bialecki. The competition continues on Sunday, September 13, with the third round beginning at noon (1200 BST).
The afternoon session will determine the quarter‑finalists, while the evening session (1800 BST) will host the quarter‑finals, semi‑finals, and ultimately the final match that decides the tournament champion. Beyond the Flanders Darts Trophy, Sky Sports remains the primary broadcaster for the sport’s marquee events. The World Grand Prix is scheduled for September 28‑October 4, followed by the Grand Slam of Darts in mid‑November (14‑22) and the World Darts Championship from December 10 through January 3. Fans can stream all of these competitions, along with additional darts content, via the NOW platform without committing to a contract.
The Flanders Darts Trophy therefore serves as a crucial stepping stone for players aiming to secure their places in the upcoming major tournaments. With several top‑ranked competitors in the field and a draw that promises both familiar rivalries and fresh match‑ups, the event is set to deliver high‑quality darts action for spectators worldwide.
Whether you are a casual viewer or a dedicated follower of the sport, the tournament offers a compelling narrative: historic breakthroughs, surprising upsets, and the relentless pursuit of glory on the oche.