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<p>Stephen Bunting edged through at Alexandra Palace (John Walton/PA)</p>

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Stephen Bunting holds nerve to edge into second round of World Championship

The Merseysider, a beaten semi-finalist last year, was taken to a tie-breaker by Poland’s Sebastian Bialecki before edging through 3-2 at Alexandra Palace.

<p>Paul Lim make World Darts Championship history. Picture: John Walton/PA</p>

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Paul Lim makes World Darts Championship history to set up Luke Humphries rematch

Luke Humphries is ready to go to war with Luke Littler to win the World Championship (Martin Rickett/PA)

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Luke Humphries ready for World Championship warfare with Luke Littler

Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Day One - Alexandra Palace

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'I think Lando will win' - Luke Littler will not be attending Sports Personality of the Year ceremony

Luke Littler file photo

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Luke Littler sends mind games warning as World Darts Championship defence begins

Paddy Power World Darts Championship 2023/24 - Day Ten - Alexandra Palace

business of sport

World Darts Championship to stay at Alexandra Palace until at least 2031

World Athletics Championships 2025 - Previews - Japan National Stadium

World Athletics defends warm-up logistics in Tokyo after criticism

“Those areas of a meet are not befitting the top meet of the year for World Athletics," said a Jamaican coach.

Sat, 20 Sep, 2025

Japan Athletics Worlds

Mondo Duplantis says setting new record at World Championships is ‘way more special’

The Swede cleared 6.30 metres at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, on his third attempt after successfully defending his world title with a first-time clearance of 6.15m.

Mon, 15 Sep, 2025

World Athletics Championships 2025 - Day Two - Japan National Stadium

Josh Kerr cruises through as Jakob Ingebrigtsen goes out in 1500m shock

Defending champion Kerr comfortably saw himself through to Monday’s semi as the second-fastest from both the first heat and overall.

Sun, 14 Sep, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Sixteen - The Crucible

Zhao Xintong leads Mark Williams 11-6 after day one of World Championship final

Aiming to become the first Chinese player to be crowned world champion, the 28-year-old followed up his semi-final thrashing of Ronnie O’Sullivan with a rampant opening session that left him 7-1 ahead.

Sun, 04 May, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Sixteen - The Crucible

Zhao Xintong opens up 7-1 lead over Mark Williams in World Championship final

Xintong was in complete control as the three-time champion was unable to find the form that saw him upset Judd Trump on Saturday.

Sun, 04 May, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Fifteen - The Crucible

Mark Williams books final spot with win over Judd Trump

Williams rolled back the years as he compiled four centuries and 10 breaks over 50 in a 16-14 victory at the Crucible.

Sat, 03 May, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Fourteen - The Crucible

Ronnie O’Sullivan swept aside by Chinese star Zhao Xintong in Crucible semis

Zhao becomes the second Chinese player to reach the Crucible final.Download

Fri, 02 May, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Fourteen - The Crucible

Ronnie O’Sullivan suffers session whitewash as Zhao Xintong lights up Crucible

Former UK Championship winner John Virgo, commentating for the BBC, was full of praise for Zhao’s performance. “Scintillating snooker,” he said.

Fri, 02 May, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Twelve - The Crucible

Ronnie O’Sullivan reaches another Crucible semi-final after seeing off Si Jiahui

The seven-time champion twice saw his 22-year-old opponent pull back to within two frames, but held his nerve.

Wed, 30 Apr, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Eleven - The Crucible

Mark Williams beats John Higgins in tense decider to reach Crucible semi-finals

The veteran duo, who have won seven world titles between them, were locked at 8-8 at the end of their second session before Williams put himself on the brink by taking all four frames on Wednesday’s resumption.

Wed, 30 Apr, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Eleven - The Crucible

We love competing – Ronnie O’Sullivan explains success of Class of ’92

The 49-year-old eased into a 6-2 lead after the first session of his Crucible quarter-final against Si Jiahui on Tuesday while John Higgins slugged out a 5-3 advantage over Mark Williams.

Tue, 29 Apr, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Eleven - The Crucible

John Higgins leads Mark Williams after first session of Crucible quarter-final

The duo were given a standing ovation when they entered the arena.

Tue, 29 Apr, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Ten - The Crucible

Judd Trump holds off spirited Shaun Murphy fightback to make Crucible last eight

Trump began the final session of the second-round clash of former champions with a 10-6 lead and moved to within one frame of victory with the aid of breaks of 63 and 86.

Mon, 28 Apr, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Nine - The Crucible

Judd Trump takes upper hand against Shaun Murphy in second-round Crucible clash

Trump has compiled 98 century breaks so far this season and will pocket a £100,000 bonus if he reaches the 100-mark before the end of the tournament.

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Seven - The Crucible

Impressive Chris Wakelin dumps maximum man Mark Allen out of World Championship

Asked how proud he was of his place in history, Allen told BBC4: “I would swap it in a heartbeat to still be in the tournament."

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Six - The Crucible

Mark Allen celebrates 147 at World Championship but trails against Chris Wakelin

Allen targeted a long black and rode his luck on the yellow to wrap up his first 147 at the famous venue.

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Six - The Crucible

No surprise – Luca Brecel certain he would overturn 5-1 deficit to beat Ryan Day

The 2023 world champion appeared to be in danger of joining last year’s winner Kyren Wilson in crashing out in the first round before his fightback.

Thu, 24 Apr, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Five - The Crucible

Ronnie O’Sullivan ‘was a bit scared about playing’ at Crucible before huge win

O’Sullivan’s display made a mockery of his recent period of inactivity.

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Five - The Crucible

Ronnie O’Sullivan back with a bang as he races to emphatic win over Ali Carter

The seven-time champion looked close to his best as he swiftly set up a last-16 clash against Pang Junxu.

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Four - The Crucible

Ronnie O’Sullivan holds narrow Crucible lead over rival Ali Carter

The seven-time champion looked, at one point, to have scrapped out a 6-3 lead to take into Wednesday afternoon’s scheduled conclusion.

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

Halo World Snooker Championship 2025 - Day Three - The Crucible

Mark Allen inspired by recent world champions as he enjoys timely return to form

The Antrim 39-year-old has slipped from first to eighth in the standings after failing to go beyond a ranking semi-final this season.

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

2025 Halo World Snooker Championship Media Day - The Crucible - Sheffield

Rocket Ronnie expects to remain grounded rather than winning eighth world title

O’Sullivan will face one of his oldest foes first up.

Fri, 18 Apr, 2025

Victorian Plumbing UK Championship Snooker Championship 2024 - Day One - York Barbican

Ronnie O’Sullivan to lock horns with Ali Carter at World Championship

The Rocket has not played competitively since snapping his cue after withdrawing from the Championship League.

Thu, 17 Apr, 2025

Cazoo World Snooker Championship 2024 - Day Seventeen - The Crucible

Defending champion and old stagers – 5 to watch at World Snooker Championship

With more questions than answers surrounding seven-times champion Ronnie O’Sullivan, lets take a look at the likely contenders for this year’s prestigious crown.

Wed, 16 Apr, 2025

Victorian Plumbing UK Championship Snooker Championship 2024 - Day Two - York Barbican

Two maximum breaks in World Championship qualifier earn Jackson Page £147,000

The 23-year-old Welshman is closing in on a place at the Crucible.

Mon, 14 Apr, 2025

Luke Littler and Michael van Gerwen file photo

Luke Littler v Michael van Gerwen – how the rivals match up ahead of final

Here, we take a look at how the players match up.

Fri, 03 Jan, 2025

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Fifteen

Luke Littler aims for history in world darts final against Michael van Gerwen

Friday night’s final promises to be the hottest ticket in town.

Fri, 03 Jan, 2025

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Fifteen

Luke Littler closes in on history after easing into World Championship final

Friday night’s final promises to be the hottest ticket in town as the two biggest names in the sport go head-to-head for the Sid Waddell Trophy.

Thu, 02 Jan, 2025

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Fifteen

Michael van Gerwen thrashes Chris Dobey to reach World Championship final

The Dutchman claimed a 6-1 victory.

Thu, 02 Jan, 2025

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Twelve

Peter Wright: Luke Humphries and Luke Littler inspire me to carry on playing darts

The 54-year-old Scot stunned reigning world champion Humphries 4-1 on Sunday night to move into the quarter-final at Alexandra Palace.

Mon, 30 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Twelve

Callan Rydz keeps up perfect record to reach World Championship last 16

The world number 43 from Newcastle beat Dimitri van den Bergh in straight sets at Alexandra Palace.

Sun, 29 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Eleven

Luke Littler embraces ruthless streak in face of hostile Alexandra Palace crowd

The teen sensation made it through to the fourth round with victory over Ian White on Saturday.

Sun, 29 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Eleven

Luke Littler overcomes slow start to progress at World Darts Championship

The 17-year-old survived a series of errant doubles and had set darts against him in the first and fourth

Sun, 29 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Eleven

I’m tough to beat: Nathan Aspinall through to last 16 at World Championships

Aspinall fired a warning to his rivals.

Sat, 28 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Seven

Damon Heta lands nine-darter as World Championship resumes

The Australian achieved the feat in the second set of his third round match with Luke Woodhouse.

Fri, 27 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Nine

Rob Cross and Dave Chisnall among big names to fall at Alexandra Palace

Fifth seed Cross, the 2018 champion, lost 3-1 to Scott Williams while Ricky Evans survived a match dart against him to upset sixth seed Chisnall in an epic second-round clash decided by a sudden death leg.

Tue, 24 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Nine

Jonny Clayton edges Mickey Mansell in epic round-two contest at Alexandra Palace

Former UK Open champion Andrew Gilding threw six maximums as he beat Grand Slam of Darts runner-up Martin Lukeman 3-1 to reach the third round for the first time, where he will play Nathan Aspinall.

Mon, 23 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Seven

Luke Littler beats Ryan Meikle in record-breaking fashion at Alexandra Palace

The teenager was a breath away from darting perfection

Sat, 21 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Six

Michael van Gerwen admits opening win over James Hurrell ‘wasn’t spectacular’

Van Gerwen, Ally Pally champion in 2014, 2017 and 2019, has struggled for form of late and not won a major televised tournament this year.

Sat, 21 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Six

Stephen Bunting survives scare to beat Kai Gotthardt at Darts World Championship

Dutchman Alexander Merkx made it a memorable tournament debut by defeating Stephen Burton 3-0 to reach the second round, while fellow countryman Wessel Nijmen won his first match at the Alexandra Palace.

Fri, 20 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Five

Kevin Doets secures surprise win over former world champion Michael Smith

Smith’s form has spiralled since he became world champion in 2023.

Fri, 20 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Four

Merry Kistmas for Christian as he lands World Championship nine-darter

Kist earned himself a bumper payday.

Wed, 18 Dec, 2024

2024/25 Paddy Power World Darts Championship - Alexandra Palace - Day Two

Gerwyn Price blitzes Meath's Keane Barry at World Darts Championship

Barry had beaten Kim Huybrechts in the first round on Sunday night.

Mon, 16 Dec, 2024

BetMGM Premier League 2024 - Night Fifteen - Leeds

Darts world rallying around Wayne Mardle, says Luke Humphries

Mardle was absent from the opening night of the World Championship on Sunday after his wife Donna died aged 52, following a short illness, earlier this week.

Mon, 16 Dec, 2024