ADC Announces Expanded  Global Championship with Increased Prize Money and New TV Home

The Amateur Darts Circuit (ADC) has revealed its ambitious plans for the 2025/26 ADC Global Championship. With an increased field, a revised format, a significant boost in prize money, and a brand-new broadcast partner, this edition looks to be the most thrilling yet.

Following the success of the inaugural tournament in 2024, where Devon Petersen won the title at the MODUS Live Lounge in Portsmouth, the South African star will return as the defending champion in a newly expanded field of 56 players.

Scott Hunt, ADC Head of Global Operations, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming  tournament:

“This is a truly revolutionary announcement for the amateur side of darts. With even more  qualification opportunities and a staggering £150,000 prize fund, we are taking the sport to  new heights. The success of the 2024 Global Championship was just the beginning—now,  with a bigger field and a new home on Pluto TV, the future looks brighter than ever.”

 

The prize fund for the 2025/26 Global Championship has been greatly increased, with a total of £150,000 on offer. The winner will take home a guaranteed £60,000, making this one of the most lucrative amateur darts competitions in history.

Adding to the excitement, every dart in the tournament will be aired live and free on Pluto TV, allowing fans all over the world the opportunity to watch the action while enjoying over 250+ free channels and thousands of on-demand movies and series.

New Format for 2025/26

 

The tournament kicks off on Monday, December 1, 2025, with all 56 players competing in  an exciting group-stage format:

• Stage One: Eight groups of seven players each, with the top four from each group  advancing to the knockout group stage.

• Knockout Groups: Eight groups of four players, with only the winners progressing to the  Grand Final.

• Grand Final: The eight remaining players will battle for the prestigious title during the  first week of January at the MODUS Live Lounge.

Each group stage will be completed in a single day, with Group One commencing on  December 1 and the following groups playing on consecutive days.

Expanded Qualification Pathways 

 

Players no longer need to travel far for opportunities—now, the best chances to qualify and compete are available right in their local area.

With more opportunities than ever before, the 2025/26 ADC Global Championship will  feature a wide and diverse qualification process, ensuring representation from across the  globe:

• UK & Ireland: Top four players from the ADC UK Rankings, top four players from the  ADC UK Winmau Tour, top two players from the ADC Ireland Tour, the UK & Ireland  Classic Champion, The Vault National Finals Champion and the UK Winmau Tour  Champion. There will also be extra last chance qualifiers.
• UK & Ireland Regional Title Holders: The Regional Title Holders will qualify from  England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Northern Ireland, North East, Yorkshire & Humber,  North West, Midlands, South West, South East & London and East of England.
• Europe: Top two from Northern European Tour, Top 3 from Western European Tour,  Top 5 from Western European Ranking Table, Top two from Southern European Tour,  Eastern European Festival Champion, Benelux Open Champion, Benelux Trophy  Champion, DVDB Classic Champion and 2x Qualifiers
• WADC Tour: Top two ranked players on the WADC Winmau Championship Tour.
• MODUS Super Series: Champions from Series 10, 11, and 12 will also earn qualification  spots.
• Global Representation: Two qualifiers from Oceania and one each from South Africa and  North America, ensuring a truly international event.

This event will be staged in conjunction with the MODUS Super Series, enhancing its reputation as a leading amateur darts competition. ADC’s partnership with the MODUS Super Series raises the standard of amateur darts, providing greater exposure and competitive chances for players worldwide. You no longer need to build up flying miles and hefty fees; you may qualify through local competitions.