The 2024 PDC Winmau World Youth Championship will feature an expanded field of 128 players and a £100,000 prize fund, with early rounds taking place on October 14 in Wigan. The event will follow a group stage format, leading to knockout rounds from the Last 32 onwards. The final will be held on November 24 at Butlin’s Minehead Resort during the Ladbrokes Players Championship Finals. Age-qualified PDC Tour Card Holders and international representatives will participate, with the remaining spots filled by players from the PDC Winmau Development Tour Order of Merit.
Among the notable entrants are 2023 runner-up Gian van Veen and recent Players Championship winner Wessel Nijman, while the 2023 champion Luke Littler, Josh Rock, and others will not be competing. International representatives from countries including Japan, the USA, Canada, and Australia will also compete. The winner will receive £12,000 and invitations to major events like the 2024/25 World Darts Championship and 2025 Grand Slam of Darts.
Source: PDCTV
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