The 64 participants who start the first round of the World Darts Championship will receive £7,500 in guaranteed prizes. The top 32 on the seed list are guaranteed £15,000. These players will enter the World Darts Championship from the second round.

Whoever advances to the third round will receive £25,000 in guaranteed prizes. After the Christmas holidays, prize money increases significantly. A place in the round of 16 already brings in £35,000 and for the quarter-finalists £50,000 awaits.

For semi-finalists, the prize money won goes into the six figures. Players in the final four can add £100,000 to the world rankings. In the final, up to £700,000 in prize money will be distributed. The runner-up receives a check for £200,000, while the world champion walks away with a mind-blowing £500,000 prize.

The prize money earned counts toward the PDC Order of Merit. This ranking is considered the world ranking at the PDC. The rankings are based on player performances over a 104-week period. Winning the world title is usually good for a solid position in the top four of the world rankings.

Distribution of prize money at the 2025 World Darts Championship

Winner: £500,000

Runner-up: £200,000

Semi-finalists: £100,000

Quarter-finalists: £50,000

Round of 16: £35,000

Final 32: £25,000

Final 64: £15,000

Final 96: £7,500

Total: £2,500,000