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The World Darts Championship returns in December as 96 international stars head to Alexandra Palace to compete for the Sid Waddell Trophy and claim the title of World Champion.
England’s Michael Smith is the current champion having defeated Michael van Gerwen 7-4 in the 2022/23 showpiece back in January this year. Smith will face either Kevin Doets or Stowe Buntz when he enters the tournament in the second round whil Van Gerwen is set for a clash against Keane Barry or Reynaldo Rivera.
Fallon Sherrock has qualified for the tournament yet again and plays Jermaine Wattimena in the opening round ahead of a potential second round tie versus Martin Schindler.
Relive the World Darts Championship draw live below:
