The 2026 PDC World Darts Championship quarterfinals will take place on January 1, 2026, featuring some of the top players in the tournament. Fans can expect an exciting day of competition with four matches scheduled for both the afternoon and evening sessions. Key players include Luke Littler, the defending champion, and Luke Humphries, the 2024 champion.
As the tournament progresses, the stakes are high at Alexandra Palace, commonly known as “Ally Pally.” The quarterfinals promise to showcase thrilling matches from the best in darts. In the afternoon session, Ryan Searle will go head-to-head against fifth seed Jonny Clayton, while Gary Anderson faces Justin Hood. Anderson is remembered for his back-to-back titles and recently displayed remarkable form by defeating third seed Michael van Gerwen.
In the evening, Luke Littler will challenge Krzysztof Ratajski, who has consistently performed well throughout the tournament. Littler, despite facing crowd heckling, advanced with a solid average of 107 in his last match against Rob Cross. The other evening match will feature Luke Humphries against Gian van Veen. Humphries, after a shaky start in his previous round, rebounded to secure a convincing win.
How to Watch the Quarterfinals Online
For those looking to catch the action online, live streams are available through various platforms depending on your location. In Germany, Sport 1 will offer a free live stream with German commentary. For viewers outside Germany, using a VPN such as NordVPN can help access these streams as if you were in Germany.
In the United States, the quarterfinals can be streamed on Peacock with a subscription starting at $10.99 per month. Alternatively, PDCTV also provides access at a rate of $12.99 monthly or $74.99 annually.
In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports will broadcast the matches, available to subscribers on Sky Sports Darts. Packages start from £21 per month, with flexible options through Now, where day passes begin at £14.99.
For Canadian viewers, the quarterfinals will be available on PDC TV for CA$17.99 per month or CA$111.99 annually. In Australia, fans can tune in via Fox or stream through Kayo Sports, which starts at AU$30 per month.
New Zealand viewers can access the quarterfinals through Sky Sport NZ, with subscriptions beginning at $29.99 per day or $54.99 monthly. For those in other regions, PDCTV offers global access for $12.99 monthly or $74.99 annually.
Format and Expectations
The quarterfinals of the PDC World Darts Championship follow a unique set play format. Each match consists of the best of nine sets, with the first player to reach five sets declared the winner. This format adds to the excitement and tension, especially as players vie for a place in the semifinals.
As the tournament unfolds, fans can stay updated through the PDC’s official social media channels, including X, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. With the quarterfinals just around the corner, dart enthusiasts worldwide are gearing up for what promises to be a spectacular day of competition.
