International Darts Open 2027: FAQ
26 – 28 February 2027 · WT Energiesysteme Arena, Riesa
FAQ
When and where do the International Darts Open 2027 take place?
The International Darts Open 2027 take place from 26 to 28 February 2027 at the WT Energiesysteme Arena in Riesa. It is the third of 15 tournaments on the PDC European Tour 2027.
Who is the defending champion at the International Open 2027 in Riesa?
The defending champion is Ross Smith. The Englishman won the International Darts Open 2026 8-3 against Ryan Searle, claiming his first European Tour title.
How much prize money is on offer at the darts in Riesa 2027?
A total of £230,000 is paid out at the International Darts Open. The winner receives £35,000, the runner-up £15,000, and even a first-round exit is worth £2,000.
What format is played at the International Darts Open?
The tournament is played as a knockout with 48 players. The first three rounds and the quarter-finals are played over Best of 11 Legs, the semi-finals over Best of 13 Legs and the final over Best of 15 Legs.
What is the schedule for the European Tour event in Riesa?
On Friday 26 February 2027 the first round is played in two sessions, from 13:00 to 17:00 and from 19:00 to 23:00; the second round follows on Saturday in the same time slots. On Sunday the third round starts at 13:00, the quarter-finals at 19:00, the semi-finals at 21:00 and the final at 22:15.
How do you qualify for the International Open 2027?
The top 16 of the PDC World Rankings are eligible, along with the best 16 players from the Pro Tour Order of Merit who have not yet qualified. They are joined by ten players from the Tour Card Holder Qualifier, four from the Host Nation Qualifier and one player each from the Nordic & Baltic Qualifier and the East Europe Qualifier.
Where are the International Darts Open 2027 broadcast?
In Germany, DAZN holds extensive streaming rights to PDC events until 2031. The PDC's own streaming service PDCTV shows the European Tour worldwide, but not in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Who is the record winner of the International Darts Open?
The record winner is Gerwyn Price with four titles (2018, 2019, 2022 and 2023). In 2024 Martin Schindler won the tournament in Riesa, and in 2025 Stephen Bunting came out on top.