James Wade wins Flanders Darts Trophy in Antwerp

James Wade won the Flanders Darts Trophy in Antwerp, securing his first PDC European Tour title in ten years. Wade defeated Ross Smith 8-4 in the final to claim the £35,000 prize.

Wade’s victory has significantly impacted the PDC Order of Merit. He climbed 22 positions to reach ninth in the rankings, overtaking Michael van Gerwen, who dropped to seventh. Wade’s performance also virtually guarantees his qualification for the European Championship.

Ross Smith, despite the loss, remains the leader of the European Tour Order of Merit. His path to the final included narrow victories in deciding legs against Ryan Joyce and Gian van Veen. Other notable performances included Gian van Veen reaching the semi-finals and Nathan Aspinall recording the tournament's highest average.