The draw for the 2025 BoyleSports World Grand Prix is set. The tournament takes place in Leicester from October 6–12, and as always, it features the unique format that makes it stand out from every other major darts event.
The World Grand Prix is played under the famous “double-in, double-out” rule, meaning players must both start and finish a leg on a double. This twist has made the event notorious for upsets and drama from the very first dart.
Reigning champion Mike De Decker faces a tough opening test against two-time world champion Peter Wright. The Scot is determined to bounce back after a difficult season and won’t be giving anything away easily.
World number one Luke Humphries takes on Nathan Aspinall in what many are already calling one of the must-watch ties of the first round.
Another major talking point is the repeat clash between Luke Littler and Gian van Veen, who have been drawn against each other yet again in a big event. The two young prodigies have already crossed paths several times this year, and their rivalry will once again take center stage in Leicester.
Schedule
October 6–7: First Round (eight matches per night)
October 8–9: Second Round
October 10: Quarter-Finals
October 11: Semi-Finals
October 12: Final
Odds ahead of the tournament
Bookmakers have Luke Littler as the favourite at 7/4, with Luke Humphries next in line at 9/2. Michael van Gerwen is priced around 7/1, while Gerwyn Price and several dark horses could also be in the mix for the title.
World Grand Prix 2025 – First Round (best of 3 sets)
Monday October 6
Luke Humphries – Nathan Aspinall
Martin Schindler – Krzysztof Ratajski
Chris Dobey – Cameron Menzies
Rob Cross – Wessel Nijman
Stephen Bunting – Niko Springer
Danny Noppert – Jermaine Wattimena
James Wade – Joe Cullen
Gary Anderson – Raymond van Barneveld
Tuesday October 7
Luke Littler – Gian van Veen
Peter Wright – Mike De Decker
Gerwyn Price – Ryan Searle
Josh Rock – Ryan Joyce
Michael van Gerwen – Dirk van Duijvenbode
Ross Smith – Daryl Gurney
Jonny Clayton – Andrew Gilding
Damon Heta – Luke Woodhouse
