2026 World Matchplay of Darts Day 1 first round live results, scores, schedule & bracket

The 2026 World Matchplay of Darts kicks off on Saturday, with four exciting matches set to be played on Day 1 in Blackpool.The top quarter of the bracket will be the stars of the show tonight, with Luke Littler, Stephen Bunting, Josh Rock, Nathan Aspinall and others among the players looking to advance to the second round.2026 World Matchplay of Darts Day 1 schedule & resultsHere is the schedule and results from Day 1.MORE: 2026 World Matchplay of Darts: Draw, schedule, prize money and format explainedFirst round (Day 1 evening session)*Best of 19 legsMatchDateTime (local)ScoreJosh Rock vs. Luke WoodhouseSat., Jul. 187:15 p.m. Stephen Bunting vs. Niels ZonneveldSat., Jul. 188:15 p.m. Luke Littler vs. Niko SpringerSat., Jul. 189:15 p.m. Nathan Aspinall vs. Joe CullenSat., Jul. 1810:15 p.m.