2026 Riyadh Season Darts Masters: Draw and Schedule Announced
The 2026 Riyadh Season Saudi Arabia Darts Masters is set to kick off on January 19-20 at the Global Theater in Riyadh. This event marks the first time darts has been showcased in Saudi Arabia. The tournament features renowned PDC stars competing against top Asian representatives.
Key Players and Matches
The tournament will see three-time World Champion Michael van Gerwen opening his campaign against India’s Nitin Kumar. Van Gerwen, who recently won the Bahrain Darts Masters, is a favorite as he seeks consecutive World Series titles.
- Michael van Gerwen vs. Nitin Kumar
- Luke Littler vs. Paul Lim
- Luke Humphries vs. Ryusei Azemoto
- Gian van Veen vs. Motomu Sakai
- Gerwyn Price vs. Alexis Toylo
- Nathan Aspinall vs. Lourence Ilagan
- Stephen Bunting vs. Tomoya Goto
- Danny Noppert vs. Man Lok Leung
Tournament Schedule
The tournament will commence with the first round on January 19, starting at 19:00 AST (16:00 GMT). Matches will be played in a best-of-11 legs format.
The quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final will take place on January 20. The matches will continue in draw bracket order, allowing for a structured progression towards the championship.
Prize Details
This year’s tournament carries a significant incentive for players. A bonus of $100,000 will be awarded for any player who scores a nine-darter. This prize can be doubled to $200,000 if they hit a bullseye shot following the nine-darter, setting a record for the highest nine-darter prize in PDC history.
Conclusion
The 2026 Riyadh Season Saudi Arabia Darts Masters promises to be an exciting showcase of darting talent. With high-stakes matches and substantial prizes on the line, fans can expect thrilling competition in Riyadh.
