Darts Tonight: Stars Take Centre Stage on Final Pre-Christmas Evening at World Championship

Major Names in Action Tonight at Alexandra Palace

Tonight’s evening session at the World Darts Championship features four second-round matches, headlined by three-time world champion Michael van Gerwen facing William O’Connor. The final pre-Christmas evening at Alexandra Palace promises high-quality darts as the tournament reaches a crucial stage before the festive break.

The evening session begins at 7pm GMT and includes Danny Noppert versus Justin Hood, Gary Anderson against Connor Scutt, and Josh Rock taking on Joe Comito. These matches represent the last opportunity for fans to witness live darts action before the tournament pauses for Christmas.

What’s at Stake Tonight

A record £5m prize pot is on offer at Alexandra Palace, with £1m going to the winner – the biggest payday in darts history. Tonight’s winners will advance to the third round, scheduled to begin on December 27th after the Christmas break. The expanded 2026 tournament sees everyone enter the competition from the first round as 128 players bid for the top prize.

Tournament Drama Continues

The championship has already produced memorable moments, with several seeds crashing out in earlier rounds. The World Darts Championship is under way live on Sky Sports, with Luke Littler seeking to defend his title. The defending champion safely progressed through his second-round match on Sunday evening.

How to Watch Darts Tonight

Sky Sports, ITV and Premier Sports are the main broadcasters for live darts on TV in the UK. Fans can watch every match exclusively live all the way through until Saturday January 3 on Sky Sports’ dedicated darts channel. Tonight’s session promises to deliver thrilling entertainment as the world’s best players battle for World Championship glory before the festive break.