The Amateur Darts Circuit’s Global Championship, biggest purse in non-professional darts, is about to change everything. And here are 150,000 reasons as to precisely why.
PORTSMOUTH, UK – The phrase “amateur darts” might need redefining after this. The ADC Global Championship has officially blown the doors off with a staggering £150,000 prize pot for the upcoming 2025/26 edition – instantly making it the richest amateur event the sport has ever seen.
And here’s the real showstopper: the winner walks away with £60,000. That’s right – sixty grand. Enough to buy a house deposit, a new car, fund a year on the professional tour or purchase the entire contents of a Ryanair refreshment trolley.
From December 1st, the MODUS Live Lounge in Portsmouth will play host to 56 of the sharpest tungsten talents on Earth, all fighting for a share of a fund that’s turning pub-night hobbyists into serious earners.
This is no exhibition. No open-mic Monday. This is the proving ground – where darting dreams either take flight or crash and burn.
From Backroom Boards to Bright Lights the ADC Global Championship isn’t just another tournament – it’s set become the launchpad for the next generation. This is where the sport’s future stars start sharpening their teeth before perhaps stepping into the cauldron of the PDC.
Players like Adam Warner and Adam Mould are living proof. A few years ago, they were local league regulars. Now, they’re MODUS Super Series champions and legitimate contenders on the professional circuit.
Not every example works – a kid called Luke Littler did extremely well in Pompey a couple of years ago – then was never heard of again after that. Of course, I jest. And with South Africa’s Devon Petersen – the 2024 champion – returning to defend his crown, this year’s edition already feels special.
The field is stronger, the format is fiercer, and the global spotlight has never been brighter. For many, this isn’t just a tournament. It’s a chance at darting immortality. Plus with Big Dev involved, there’s a chance for chuckers to be coached on their dance moves too.
New Format: No Mercy, No Mulligans
Fifty-six players. Eight groups of seven. The top four advance. Survive that, and you face knockout groups of four. Then comes the finale – a one-match showdown where one player takes home that life-changing £60,000.It’s a format designed for drama.
There’s no hiding. Every missed double could be your last. As one ADC official put it, “It’s like throwing darts in a pressure cooker.” I am unsure if said person actually used real life experience to draw that comparison – nonetheless, I understand the meaning behind the simile.
Free to Watch – For Everyone
For fans, the best part is that every dart will be shown live and free on Pluto TV. No pay-per-views. No subscriptions. Just pure, unfiltered darts streamed straight to your screen. Whether you’re in Manchester, Melbourne, or Miami, you can tune in and watch every twist, checkout, and collapse as it happens.
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Pluto’s decision to partner with the ADC is a masterstroke – a global platform giving amateur players the same visibility as the pros. With 250+ free channels, it’s a move that will put grassroots darts in front of millions.
Built From the Ground Up
Unlike other flashy one-off events, the ADC’s success story has been years in the making. Its European and Global development pathways have created a proper meritocracy – players earning their spots the hard way through regional qualifiers across the UK, Ireland, and Europe.
From Belgrade to Birmingham, local winners have battled their way into this elite field. There are no wildcards here – just sweat, graft, and the kind of nerve only found in players who’ve fought their way up from pub boards to televised finals. This is grassroots sport done properly – proof that talent, not connections, decides who makes it to the top.
Just The Facts Ma’am
Total Prize Fund: £150,000
Winner’s Share: £60,000
Competitors: 56
Broadcast: Free worldwide on Pluto TV
Venue: MODUS Live Lounge, Portsmouth
Dates: From December 1st, 2025
Why It Matters
There was a time not that long ago where it was the PDC or bust. Unless you had a tour card, opportunities for top level competition and generous paydays were few and far between. There were no academies – just kids being dragged to the local boozer by their Grandad who had feathers as flights.
However, in recent times, the ADC has been a huge part of building a bridge between local heroes and professional dreams. These aren’t folk who are just decent down the Dog & Duck on a Tuesday night – they can often give the current or former pros a real run for their money.
Anyone can give it a shot from budding young Luke Littler or Beau Greaves wannabes or former pros who yearn still to taste that competitive feeling. It’s a career-defining chance to earn serious money and international recognition.
For fans, it’s a glimpse of tomorrow’s superstars – the next World Champ might be standing at that oche right now. And for the sport, it’s a huge statement that grassroots darts is alive, thriving, and broadcast live!
Even for those who love a flutter, the unpredictability of amateur darts makes it pure gold. Anyone can beat anyone – and the upsets could make Leicester City’s Premier League miracle look like child’s play.
The Final Word
The ADC Global Championship isn’t just levelling up amateur darts – it’s redefining what the word “amateur” even means. A six-figure prize fund. A global broadcast. Fifty-six fearless throwers. One winner.
When the first dart hits the board on December 1st, the sport steps into a new era. So, mark your calendars, download Pluto TV, and prepare to witness history. Because this December, the darts won’t just fly – they’ll explode into action and opportunity.
Watch live for free on Pluto TV from December 1st
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More info: globalchamp.dartscircuit.com
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