2025 German Darts Grand Prix Preview

The countdown is on for the 2025 German Darts Grand Prix! Here you can find all the information relating to the event including, who is playing, when it is, the betting odds and also where you can watch it.

What Type of Event is the German Darts Grand Prix? 

The 2025 German Darts Grand Prix will take place in Munich from 19th to 21st April. This is the fourth of fourteen events in this season’s PDC European Tour. It is also the third Euro Tour event in Germany this year, following events in Göttingen and Riesa.

These are the biggest ranking events outside of the top-tier majors. They allow players to earn vital ranking money and improve their standing in the European Tour Order of Merit. The top 32 players on this list will qualify for the European Championship in Dortmund in October.

Many fans view Euro Tour events as ‘mini majors’ due to their large crowds and the chance for players to perform on big stages. These events are streamed online rather than broadcast on TV, which reduces pressure on the players.

Who Has Qualified for the German Darts Grand Prix? 

Each European Tour event features 48 players. This includes the top 16 players from the PDC Order of Merit, which reflects money earned in all ranking events over the last two years. It also includes the top 16 non-qualified players from the Pro Tour Order of Merit, based on money won in Players Championship and European Tour events over the last year.

The deadline for Order of Merit qualifiers was in February. Reigning two-time champion Luke Humphries secured the first spot as World Number One. He is followed by reigning World Champion Luke Littler, who won the first Euro Tour event this year.

Martin Schindler and Ricardo Pietreczko qualified through the Pro Tour Order of Merit. They will be joined by four other Germans who came through the Home Nation Qualifier held in February. Michael Unterbuchner earned his spot with the highest average of 87.19.

Ten spots were filled during the Tour Card Holder Qualifier in mid-February. Niels Zonneveld qualified with the highest average of 98.05. The final two spots went to Johan Engström and András Borbély, who won the Nordic & Baltic and East European Qualifiers respectively.

Who is Making Their European Tour Debut at the German Darts Grand Prix? 

Robert Grundy from Hartlepool, who struggled in his first year on tour, will make his European Tour debut in Munich. He earned just £16,500 in ranking money last season.

Nuneaton’s Adam Paxton, who qualified through the UK Q School Order of Merit, will also debut.

Germany’s Finn Behrens qualified for his first Euro Tour with an average of 78.96 in the Home Nation Qualifier.

Michael Rosenauer, a veteran from Germany, returns to the Euro Tour for the first time since 2020 after qualifying through the Home Nation Qualifier.

Hungary’s András Borbély will make his second Euro Tour appearance, and his first outside Hungary, after winning the East European Qualifier.

What is the Format and Schedule of the German Darts Grand Prix? 

This season's format change means the top 16 players from the PDC Order of Merit are seeded into round two. Round one will feature matches between players from two pots. One pot consists of the top 16 players from the Pro Tour Order of Merit, while the other pot includes winners from the one-day qualifying tournaments.

The German Darts Grand Prix is unique as it runs from Saturday to Monday instead of the usual Friday to Sunday due to Easter. Round one will take place during afternoon and evening sessions on Saturday. Seeded players will enter in round two, held across afternoon and evening sessions on Sunday.

The third round occurs on Easter Monday in the afternoon, followed by the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final in the evening. All matches up to the semi-finals are played over the best of 11 legs. The semi-finals are best of 13, while the final is best of 15.

What is the Prize Money of the German Darts Grand Prix? 

All European Tour events have a prize fund of £175,000. First-round losers receive £1,250, while second-round losers get £2,500.

Players who qualify via the PDC or Pro Tour Order of Merit but lose in their first game still receive their prize money, but it does not count towards their rankings.

Last 16 losers earn £4,000, quarter-finalists receive £6,000, and semi-finalists get £8,500. The runner-up takes home £12,000, while the winner earns a substantial £30,000 in ranking prize money.

In recent years, players needed to earn at least £16,500 across the Euro Tour season to qualify for the European Championships. This year, an extra event has been added, likely increasing this total.

Who Are the Past Winners of the German Darts Grand Prix? 

Since its first event in 2017, the German Darts Grand Prix has been held six times. In the three editions before COVID, Dutchman Michael van Gerwen won each time. He is the most successful player in Euro Tour history, claiming his 30th title in Munich in 2019.

The event returned in 2022, with Luke Humphries winning his first Euro Tour title, which marked the beginning of his impressive rise. Humphries reflected on that win, saying it transformed him into a “monster of a player” and boosted his self-belief.

In 2023, the event was won by then-World Champion Michael Smith. Last year, it was claimed by Luke Humphries, meaning the past three winners have been English. Notably, all winners in the tournament’s history have been World Champions.

Finals have rarely been close, especially since the format changed to best of 15. Last year, Humphries defeated MVG 8-1 in the final, averaging an impressive 112.66, which was the second-highest in Euro Tour history. He previously won the event against Martin Lukeman with a similar margin of 8-2.

Where Can I Watch the German Darts Grand Prix? 

The German Darts Grand Prix will be held at the Kulturhalle Zenith in Northern Munich. About 20,000 fans are expected to attend this year. Originally a railway repair shop, it became an events hall in 1994 and has hosted darts and many concerts by famous artists, including Lady Gaga and Oasis.

Most tickets for this year’s tournament have sold out. All sessions are streamed online via PDCTV for paid subscribers outside Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Fans in those areas can watch the event via DAZN. Matches will also be streamed on major bookmakers’ websites. Check out the best bookmakers for streaming here.

Who are the Tournament Favourites from the German Darts Grand Prix? 

Some top players may skip this event due to their busy schedules, but it's unclear who will withdraw. The PDC typically announces withdrawals shortly before events. If all qualified players participate, reigning World Champion Luke Littler is likely the favourite. He has been in remarkable form, winning a third of the Euro Tour events he has entered, including the Belgian Darts Open.

He did pull out of ET2, the European Darts Trophy, which Nathan Aspinall won for his first Euro Tour title. Aspinall has shown strong form and may be a good bet for back-to-back titles. Luke Humphries, the defending German Darts Grand Prix Champion, is also a strong contender.

The eight Premier League players will compete on Thursday night in Rotterdam before the event, giving insight into their form. Non-Premier League tour card holders will compete in Players Championship events on 14th and 15th April, with stats available on DartConnectTV.

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