2026 German Darts Grand Prix — Schedule & Recap
Michael van Gerwen's defence of the German Darts Grand Prix was brought to a shuddering halt while Gian van Veen also exited the competition on Sunday. 2025 champion Van Gerwen was stunned 6-1 by home favourite Niko Springer, who set up a last-16 tie with Michael Smith on Monday.
Michael van Gerwen's defence of the German Darts Grand Prix ended in spectacular fashion as home favourite Niko Springer beat the 2025 champion 6-1. Gian van Veen also crashed out after a 6-2 defeat by William O'Connor. Other big names to fall included Ryan Searle and Damon Heta, who lost to Krzysztof Ratajski and Karel Sedlacek respectively.
Jonny Clayton remains a leading contender after edging Marcel Hausotter 6-5 to set up a last-16 tie with Kim Huybrechts. The PDC European Tour event features a 48-player field, concludes on Easter Monday and carries a winner's prize of £35,000.
Monday April 6
Round three (1200 BST)
William O'Connor vs Andrew Gilding
Evening session (1800 BST)
Second round losers - £3,500
First round losers - £2,000
Sports World Zone Staff
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