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- 27- 29. MORE: 2026 PDC Darts World Championship: Draw, schedule, format and prize moneyWesley Plaisier vs.
- Krzysztof RatajskiWinner: Wesley Plaisier, 4-2AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe averages have been stronger from Ratajski so far, specifically in his match against Alexis Toylo in the first round, but both are likely to average in the 90-95 range. Plaisier's two wins were over quality opponents, with Gerwyn Price as the one that stands out, but he also beat an in-form Lukas Wenig, just a few weeks off his quarterfinal run at the Grand Slam of Darts. I think it'll be a close game that goes 6-7 sets, but if Plaisier can raise his level even higher, he'll be a threat, even to an experienced player like Ratajski. Andrew Gilding vs.
- Luke WoodhouseWinner: Andrew Gilding, 4-2AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementGilding is arguably one of the most in-form players left in the tournament. He averaged in the high 90s in both of his games so far, losing just a set. As long as he stays consistent with his doubles, it's going to be extremely difficult for Woodhouse to come out on top in this match. Woodhouse hasn't had any eye-opening averages yet, with numbers in the low 90s being enough to overcome subpar performances from Boris Krcmar and Max Hopp. Jonny Clayton vs.
- Niels ZonneveldWinner: Jonny Clayton, 4-3Jonny Clayton had a long break after being given a bye into the third round, after his second-round opponent was suspended. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementClayton's sole average in the event was in the low 90s against Adam Lipscombe, but we know he is capable of playing much better. He'll have to do that against Niels Zonneveld, who has been playing more than quality darts. Quality scoring should be present from both players in their match, but I think the doubling will be what decides the match, as Clayton is generally more efficient, while Zonneveld hasn't been the best in that area so far. MORE: World Darts Championship 2025/26 prize money: How much winner will earn, total prize fund for PDC eventAndreas Harrysson vs.
- Ricardo PietreczkoWinner: Ricardo Pietreczko, 4-3AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementA win for either player in this round would have huge implications for their careers. A win for Pietreczko would likely put him into the top 32, and a win for Harrysson would get him closer to the top 64. The numbers on the surface don't indicate that the players have been playing great, but they've come out of some tough matches. Harrysson is a bit of a wildcard, as we don't know how high his ceiling could be in a longer game like this, so I like Pietreczko's chances in this match, especially with him playing quality darts over the past few events. Stephen Bunting vs.
