The schedule for the first round of the 2024 Machineseeker European Championship has been confirmed, featuring a thrilling lineup of matches set to take place at the Westfalenhalle in Dortmund from October 24-27. This £600,000 tournament showcases the top 32 players from the 2024 European Tour Order of Merit, including five former PDC World Champions. The opening night will see notable clashes, such as four-time European Champion Michael van Gerwen facing Gabriel Clemens and fourth seed Dave Chisnall going up against world number two Michael Smith. Other highlights include Martin Schindler, the top seed, taking on Dirk van Duijvenbode and Masters champion Stephen Bunting challenging two-time World Champion Gary Anderson.

The first round will continue on Friday evening with reigning champion Peter Wright defending his title against Jermaine Wattimena, while world number one Luke Humphries squares off against Nathan Aspinall. Additional matches feature rising star Luke Littler against Andrew Gilding and a showdown between Rob Cross and James Wade. Following the first round, the tournament will progress to the second round on Saturday, culminating in the quarter-finals on Sunday afternoon, with the semi-finals and final scheduled for Sunday evening. Fans can catch all the action live on ITV and various international broadcast partners, ensuring a highly anticipated event for darts enthusiasts.

Source: PDCTV
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