2026 World Matchplay

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The 2026 World Matchplay (known for sponsorship reasons as the 2026 Betfred World Matchplay) was a professional darts tournament that took place from 18 to 26 July 2026 at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool, England. It was the 33rd staging of the World Matchplay by the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC). The event's prize fund was an increased total of £1,000,000, with the winner receiving £225,000. The fifth edition of the Women's World Matchplay also took place on 26 July and was won by Beau Greaves. Sponsored by Betfred, the tournament featured 32 players, consisting of the top 16 players in the two-year PDC World Rankings and the top 16 players from the one-year PDC Pro Tour rankings who had not yet qualified. Kevin Doets, William O'Connor, Niko Springer and Niels Zonneveld made their debuts at the event. The 2021 champion Peter Wright missed out on qualification for the first time since 2012, while 2007 champion James Wade qualified for the 21st consecutive year. Luke Littler was the...

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