The current PDC World Darts Champion takes home £1,000,000 in prize money for winning the World Darts Championship, from a total tournament prize fund of £5,000,000.

Quick Scoop: Key Facts

  • The winner’s cheque is £1m , a record amount for the sport and double what the champion earned only a couple of years ago.
  • The runner‑up receives £400,000 , with semi‑finalists on £200,000 and quarter‑finalists earning £100,000 each.
  • Every player who qualifies for the World Darts Championship is guaranteed at least £15,000 for a first‑round exit.

Prize Money Breakdown (HTML Table)

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Stage Prize Money
Winner £1,000,000
Runner-up £400,000
Semi- finalists £200,000
Quarter- finalists £100,000
Fourth round £60,000
Third round £35,000
Second round £25,000
First round £15,000
Total prize fund £5,000,000

Trending context

  • Recent updates have made the World Darts Championship one of the most lucrative events in darts, with the jump to £1m seen as a statement that the sport is pushing into the same earnings conversation as some other major individual sports.
  • Forum and fan discussions often highlight how remarkable it is that just a decade ago the top prize was a fraction of today’s figure, underscoring how fast the scene has grown.

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