The World Darts Federation (WDF) has officially unveiled the full schedule, prize fund, and format changes for the 2025 WDF World Darts Championship, returning this winter to the iconic Lakeside Country Club in Frimley Green. Running from Friday 28 November to Sunday 7 December, this year’s event features a record-breaking prize pool, revised match formats, and live broadcast coverage via Welsh channel S4C.
With four world titles on the line — Men’s Open, Women’s, Boys’, and Girls’ Championships — the tournament once again celebrates darts across every age group and level.
WDF World Darts Championship 2025 Prize Money (Largest in Non-PDC Darts)
The total prize pot of £221,000 remains the biggest in darts outside of the PDC, matching last year’s record total.
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Men’s Open Champion: £50,000
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Women’s Champion: £25,000 – the highest prize in women’s darts globally
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Boys’ Champion: £3,000
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Girls’ Champion: £1,500
The WDF reaffirmed its investment in youth development, with significant prize money offered in the junior categories to nurture the sport’s next generation.
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Prize Breakdown: 2025 WDF World Darts Championship
Men’s Open
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Winner: £50,000
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Runner-up: £16,000
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Semi-finalists: £8,000
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Quarter-finalists: £4,000
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Last 16: £2,000
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Last 32: £1,250
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Last 48: £750
Women’s
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Winner: £25,000
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Runner-up: £8,000
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Semi-finalists: £4,000
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Quarter-finalists: £2,000
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Last 16: £1,000
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Last 24: £750
Boys’
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Winner: £3,000
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Runner-up: £1,500
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Semi-finalists: £1,000
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Quarter-finalists: £500
Girls’
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Winner: £1,500
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Runner-up: £1,000
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Semi-finalists: £500
Format Updates: Responding to Player & Fan Feedback
Based on consultation with players and fans, the WDF has made several key format changes for 2025:
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Men’s Open first round: expanded from best-of-3 to best-of-5 sets
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Women’s Quarter-Finals: now best-of-5 sets
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Boys’ Final: extended to best-of-7 sets
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Girls’ Final: now best-of-5 sets
In addition, the tournament schedule has been streamlined to enhance viewer experience:
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Afternoon sessions on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday have been removed
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Evening sessions will now begin slightly earlier, creating a smoother, more watchable flow for both in-person and online audiences
How to Watch: Live Coverage & Key Dates
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Qualification Deadline: Saturday 1 November (after the WDF World Masters)
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Final Qualifier & Draw: Sunday 2 November in Budapest, with the draw streamed live on the WDF YouTube channel
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Full Tournament Schedule: To be released by Wednesday 5 November
Opening Weekend (28–30 November):
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Friday 28 November: Six Men’s Open first-round matches
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Saturday 29 November: Two Friday winners return for their second-round ties
Finals Weekend at the Legendary Lakeside
Returning to its historic home, the tournament will culminate in a thrilling final weekend:
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Friday 5 December:
Men’s & Women’s Quarter-Finals, plus remaining Boys’ matches -
Saturday 6 December – Semi-Final Saturday:
All four categories play down to the final two -
Sunday 7 December – Championship Finals:
Four WDF World Champions crowned
With its 38th edition just weeks away, the WDF World Darts Championship at Lakeside promises a mix of tradition, rising stars, and intense competition — all on one of the sport’s most iconic stages. Whether you’re watching from home or attending in person, 2025 is shaping up to be another classic.
