The excitement is building for the Dutch Darts Masters 2025, set to take place in the beautiful city of ‘s-Hertogenbosch on January 24 and 25. Fans and players alike are already buzzing with anticipation, especially with the unchanged prize money this year, reflecting the tournament’s overall stability and prestige within the darting community.
The Dutch Darts Masters is the second tournament of the World Series of Darts, and it promises to bring thrilling matches and high-stakes drama to the stage. Following the thrilling opener of the World Series in Bahrain, where Stephen Bunting emerged victorious, the spotlight is on him as he aims to clinch his second title in quick succession. Bunting took down Gerwyn Price in a commanding 8-4 win in the Bahrain Darts Masters final, showing he is in formidable form as he heads into this next challenge.
Defending champion Michael van Gerwen will return to the oche after skipping the Bahrain event to enjoy a family vacation. Van Gerwen, known for his fierce competitiveness and remarkable skill, was too strong for Luke Littler in last year’s final. The 35-year-old Dutchman will be determined to impress his home crowd and reclaim that victory in 2025.
As Bunting prepares to defend his newfound title, he will face competition from a talented roster of PDC representatives including Luke Humphries, Rob Cross, Gerwyn Price, Chris Dobey, Nathan Aspinall, and the charismatic Peter Wright. Each player brings their unique style and strategy to the game, ensuring that fans will witness exciting matches filled with skill and drama.
The tournament will also see a strong contingent of Dutch players. Names like Danny Noppert, Dirk van Duijvenbode, and the legendary Raymond van Barneveld are sure to attract local fans. Add in the presence of Belgian player Dimitri Van den Bergh, and you’ve got a melting pot of darting talent ready to battle it out on stage.
In terms of financial incentives, the prize structure for the 2025 edition remains unaltered, with a total prize pool of £60,000. The winner will take home a hefty £20,000, while the runner-up receives £10,000. Semi-finalists will earn £5,000 each, quarterfinalists £2,500, and even those eliminated in the first round will walk away with £1,250. This structure motivates players to give their best and elevates the competitive atmosphere.
Dutch Darts Masters 2025 Prize Money:
| Position | Prize Money |
| Winner | £20,000 |
| Runner-up | £10,000 |
| Semi-finalist | £5,000 |
| Quarterfinalist | £2,500 |
| First round | £1,250 |
| Total: | £60,000 |
“I am playing the best I have ever played!”
Stephen Bunting secured his maiden World Series of Darts title with a brilliant 8-4 victory over Gerwyn Price in Friday’s Bahrain Darts Masters final!
— PDC Darts (@OfficialPDC)
January 17, 2025
“I am playing the best I have ever played!”
