The 2026 World Series of Darts Finals will take place in Amsterdam, showcasing a packed lineup that includes rising star Luke Littler, seasoned competitor Luke Humphries, former world champion Gerwyn Price, and Dutch hopeful Gian van Veen. The tournament’s schedule has been released, and the early rounds already promise a mix of surprise upsets and high‑quality darts. Defending champion Michael van Gerwen entered the event with hopes of retaining his title, but his campaign was abruptly halted in the opening round when he fell to Northern Ireland’s Daryl Gurney. Gurney earned his place in the field after two Philippine players, Lourence Ilagan and Alexis Toylo, were forced to withdraw because of visa complications.
Their spots were filled by the highest‑ranked reserves on the list, Gurney and Dutch player Maik Kuivenhoven, who both stepped in at short notice. Littler, who captured the 2024 World Series of Darts Finals crown by defeating Van Gerwen 11‑7 in the previous year’s final, arrives in Amsterdam with the ambition of completing the first clean sweep of major titles in a single season. His path begins against Danny Noppert in the first round on Friday, a match that could set the tone for his title defence.
The tournament’s first‑day action (Thursday, September 17) featured eight matches. Notable results included Viktor Tingstrom’s 4‑6 loss to Dirk van Duijvenbode, Rob Cross succumbing 2‑6 to Ryan Searle, and a tight 5‑6 defeat for Michael van Gerwen at the hands of Daryl Gurney.
In another close encounter, Luke Humphries edged out Jermaine Wattimena 6‑4, while Gian van Veen comfortably dispatched Chris Dobey 6‑2. Friday, September 18, marks the continuation of Round One with another eight matches scheduled for 18:00. The slate includes Adam Leek versus Jim Long, Motomu Sakai against Callan Rydz, and a clash between Wessel Nijman and Simon Whitlock.
Nathan Aspinall meets Raymond Smith, while James Wade takes on Damon Heta. The headline match sees Gerwyn Price face Brody Klinge, and Luke Littler battle Danny Noppert. Jonny Clayton will also face Maik Kuivenhoven in the final first‑round tie of the day.
Saturday’s programme is split into two sessions. The afternoon session at 12:00 (Round Two, four matches) will see Daryl Gurney take on Ross Smith, Josh Rock versus Ryan Searle, Luke Humphries against Dirk van Duijvenbode, and Gian van Veen meeting Karel Sedlacek.
The exact order of play has yet to be confirmed. The evening session, also at 18:00, features four more second‑round matches: Gerwyn Price and Brody Klinge versus Adam Leek and Jim Long, James Wade and Damon Heta against Wessel Nijman and Simon Whitlock, Luke Littler and Danny Noppert versus Nathan Aspinall and Raymond Smith, and Jonny Clayton with Maik Kuivenhoven against Motomu Sakai and Callan Rydz. Again, the precise timing will be announced closer to the event.
Sunday, September 20, will host the quarter‑finals at 12:00, followed by the semi‑finals at 18:00, and the championship match later that evening. The exact pairings will be determined by the outcomes of the previous rounds, but fans can expect a dramatic climax as the remaining contenders vie for the coveted title. Beyond the World Series of Darts Finals, Sky Sports continues to be the primary broadcaster for darts throughout the season. The network will also cover the World Grand Prix (September 28‑October 4), the Grand Slam of Darts (November 14‑22), and the World Darts Championship (December 10‑January 3).
Viewers can stream all of these events, along with additional sports content, via the NOW platform without needing a long‑term contract. For the best viewing experience, fans are encouraged to use the Chrome browser, which provides a more accessible video player for live streams and replays.
Whether you are watching the early rounds in Amsterdam or catching the action from home, the 2026 World Series of Darts Finals promise a week of thrilling competition, unexpected twists, and the chance for both established stars and emerging talents to leave their mark on the sport.