Michael van Gerwen is determined to put a tumultuous year behind him by claiming a landmark fourth Paddy Power World Darts Championship title in January.

The Professional Darts Corporation is delighted to announce that Paddy Power has extended its title sponsorship of the World Darts Championship for a further five years, keeping the iconic partnership in place until at least 2031.

Luke Littler will begin his defence of the Paddy Power World Darts Championship on the opening night of the 2025/26 tournament, with the round one schedule confirmed ahead of next month’s showpiece.

The Paddy Power Perfect Challenge is back for its second year with one clear mission: to finally determine the age-old question: "Which feat is the hardest - a nine-dart finish, 147 break or hole-in-one?"

Luke Littler will begin his defence of the 2025/26 Paddy Power World Darts Championship title against former quarter-finalist Darius Labanauskas, after the draw for the sport’s flagship event was made in London on Monday.

Jose de Sousa will return to Alexandra Palace next month, as Haupai Puha, Adam Hunt, Tavis Dudeney and Stephen Burton also claimed the final spots in the 2025/26 Paddy Power World Darts Championship at Monday’s Tour Card Holder Qualifier in Leicester.

The seeded stars have been confirmed ahead of the 2025/26 Paddy Power World Darts Championship, as reigning champion Luke Littler prepares to headline a star-studded 128-player field next month.

Paddy Power are offering one lucky darts fan a once-in-a-lifetime chance to win a £180,000 cash prize live on stage ahead of the Paddy Power World Darts Championship final.

Mervyn King, Jurjen van der Velde and David Davies were the latest International Qualifiers confirmed for the 2025/26 Paddy Power World Darts Championship during the last week.

A further four players have sealed Paddy Power World Darts Championship qualification following a busy weekend of action around the world.