Darts World Championship to Stay Put in London's Ally Pally
According to the PDC boss, Matthew Porter, the Darts World Championship will continue to call Alexandra Palace in London its home. He went on to praise the West Hall, citing its breathtaking atmosphere and substantial infrastructure, adding that moving the tournament to the larger Great Hall would be challenging due to accommodating additional infrastructure.
Despite professional darts players such as Gerwyn Price calling for a rotation principle or changing hosts, Porter assures us that no such moves are in the works as of now. The PDC sees no need to shift the event to a bigger venue, with individual sessions or matches in other countries not being a viable option.
The beauty of hosting the Darts World Championship at Alexandra Palace lies in its consistency. According to Porter, the atmosphere remains the same throughout the tournament, even during midweek sessions, which is a feat few venues can boast of. The tickets for sessions tend to sell out quickly, indicating the tournament's popularity. Alexandra Palace has the capacity to host around 90,000 spectators in total.
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The World Darts Championship, popularly known as 'darts-wm', has been the epicenter of darts enthusiasts' attention since its annual stint at Alexandra Palace in London began back in 2008. While darts professionals like Gerwyn Price have suggested exploring rotation or hosting options, the PDC remains committed to keeping the tournament at its thriving West Hall home.
While the agreement on hosting the World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace beyond 2030 is yet to be finalized, the PDC's decision to continue its partnership with Sky Sports until 2030, which includes live coverage of the World Darts Championship and other major tournaments, indicates a likelihood of maintaining the status quo[1][4]. The popularity of the event, as evidenced by teenage sensation Luke Littler's surging viewing figures, further supports the notion of preserving this familiar venue to sustain the event's mystique[4].
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