Darts Championship Day 9: Top Stars Hit Ally Pally

The 2026 PDC Darts World Championship enters its ninth day, with a full schedule designed to finalize the second-round bracket. Eight matches are slated for both afternoon and evening sessions, featuring a lineup of well-known darts professionals. Early play sees standout performer Kevin Doets face Matthew Dennant. American favorite Leonard Gates also returns to the Ally Pally stage after a strong showing last year. Later in the afternoon, Josh Rock aims for a winning start against Gemma Hayter. The evening's most anticipated fixture is the contest between Beau Greaves and the experienced 2025 World Cup winner, Daryl Gurney. Following this, fan-favorite Nathan Aspinall begins his campaign, hoping for a successful run in London.