The 2026 World Matchplay Darts starts on Saturday, 18 July at Winter Gardens in Blackpool.
The 32-player event is one of the Professional Darts Corporation's (PDC) eight major events of the darting calendar.
Luke Littler is the defending champion after winning the Phil Taylor Trophy 12 months ago. The teenage world number one has also won the first three majors in 2026.
There is also a women's event played on the final day of the tournament on Sunday, 26 July. Lisa Ashton is the reigning champion following a win over Fallon Sherrock in last year's final.
Here is everything you need to know on the format, draw and prize money.
#darts #july #champion #final
The 32-player event is one of the Professional Darts Corporation's (PDC) eight major events of the darting calendar.
Luke Littler is the defending champion after winning the Phil Taylor Trophy 12 months ago. The teenage world number one has also won the first three majors in 2026.
There is also a women's event played on the final day of the tournament on Sunday, 26 July. Lisa Ashton is the reigning champion following a win over Fallon Sherrock in last year's final.
Here is everything you need to know on the format, draw and prize money.
#darts #july #champion #final
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