THE World Grand Prix’s reputation for surprise and drama remains in tact after opening night delivered two seismic darts shocks: reigning champion Luke Littler fell 2-1 to Luke Woodhouse, and six-time winner Michael van Gerwen was beaten 2-1 by Ryan Joyce. What will night two deliver?
Gerwyn Price produced the standout performance of the opening with a 101+ average. The field is now considered wide open and some players will be looking to make statement of intent:
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Tonight the lower half of the draw takes centre stage, with world number two Luke Humphries now the clear favourite as he opens against two-time runner-up Dave Chisnall.
Other big ties include the all-Dutch clash of Gian van Veen vs Dirk van Duijvenbode, the evergreen Gary Anderson against in-form Damon Heta, and James Wade’s 22nd consecutive appearance in the event against Joe Cullen.
Expect drama, early doubles, and more surprises in the unique format that rewards precision from the very first dart.
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PDC World Grand Prix Darts 2026
Tuesday 29 September | From 18:00 BST | Mattioli Arena, Leicester
- Chris Dobey v Jermaine Wattimena
- Ryan Searle v William O’Connor
- Josh Rock v Niels Zonneveld
- James Wade v Joe Cullen
- Gary Anderson v Damon Heta
- Gian van Veen v Dirk van Duijvenbode
- Luke Humphries v Dave Chisnall
- Stephen Bunting v Andrew Gilding
All matches: Best of 3 sets (best of 5 legs per set) – double-in, double-out.
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