The draw for the 2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship has been confirmed, with defending champion Luke Humphries set to begin his title defense against either Thibault Tricole or Joe Comito. The tournament, set to take place at Alexandra Palace from December 15 to January 3, will feature 96 players, with the top 32 PDC Order of Merit players seeded into the second round. Among the notable matchups, 2023 runner-up Luke Littler could face Fallon Sherrock, and Michael van Gerwen is pitted against debutant James Hurrell or veteran Jim Long. Other exciting second-round matchups include Michael Smith, Gerwyn Price, Gary Anderson, and Peter Wright, each facing potential challenges from qualifiers.
In total, the draw sees a mix of returning stars and debutants, with players such as Raymond van Barneveld, James Wade, and Rob Cross entering the tournament at the second round stage. New faces like Leonard Gates and Rhys Griffin will also make their mark, while established names like Gerwyn Price and Michael van Gerwen aim to secure further World Championship victories. The full draw ensures an exciting array of matchups as the players battle for the prestigious Sid Waddell Trophy.
Source: PDCTV
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