The 2024 Gambrinus Czech Darts Open kicks off on Friday, October 18, at the PVA EXPO in Prague. This event marks the 13th and final stop on the 2024 European Tour, and players are battling to secure their spots in the Machineseeker European Championship.
Peter Wright, the reigning champion, will begin his title defense against fellow Scot Cameron Menzies. The tournament runs from October 18-20, featuring 16 exciting matches in Round 1 on Friday.
Key Matches to Watch
- Michael Smith ranked number two in the world, and the recently crowned World Grand Prix champion Mike De Decker will also step onto the stage in Prague’s first round.
- The tournament will see stars like Raymond van Barneveld, Jonny Clayton, and Nathan Aspinall in action on Day One.
Czech Darts Open Round 1 Matches and Results
Afternoon Session (1300 local time / 1200 BST):
- Niels Zonneveld 6-2 Robert Owen
- Jermaine Wattimena 6-5 Patrik Kovacs
- Ritchie Edhouse 6-2 Jiri Brejcha
- Alan Soutar 6-2 Florian Hempel
- Krzysztof Ratajski 6-3 Madars Razma
- Gabriel Clemens 6-1 Brendan Dolan
- Martin Lukeman 6-4 Callan Rydz
- Pavel Drtil 6-4 Joe Cullen
Evening Session (1900 local time / 1800 BST):
- Luke Woodhouse 6-0 Marko Kantele
- James Wade 6-1 Daniel Markovsky
- Mike De Decker 6-1 Brett Claydon
- Nathan Aspinall 6-1 Michal Smejda
- Jonny Clayton 6-2 Dimitri Van den Bergh
- Raymond van Barneveld 6-0 Daryl Gurney
- Peter Wright 6-5 Cameron Menzies
- Kevin Doets 3-5 Michael Smith
Check Full Draw And Schedule: 2024 Czech Darts Open Draw and Schedule
How to Watch the Czech Darts Open Round 1
Fans can follow all the action live:
- Viaplay: Available for viewers across Europe.
- DAZN: Stream available in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
- PDCTV: Coverage worldwide, except for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
This weekend promises high drama as top players compete for the last chance to qualify for the European Championship. Will Peter Wright defend his title, or will a new champion emerge? Stay tuned as the Czech Darts Open unfolds in Prague! 🎯
