ADC Winmau Championship Tour Returns With Huge Stakes in Events 5 & 6
Some of the biggest names outside the PDC ProTour will head to the ADC Winmau Championship Tour this weekend as Events 5 and 6 take centre stage.
With major opportunities and significant prize money all on the line, the ADC Championship Tour has quickly established itself as one of the premier grassroots circuits in the UK.
To make the series accessible to players across the country, the Championship Tour operates separate North and South circuits. Players aren't restricted to one region, however, and are free to compete on either tour throughout the season.
A Place At The Grand Finals
Every match this weekend carries extra importance.
After the final Championship Tour event, the Top 8 players on the North Ranking Table will qualify for the prestigious Grand Finals at the MODUS Live Lounge in Portsmouth on 17-18 October 2026.
The Finals prize fund has doubled from last season to £10,000, with the champion collecting £3,000 and, perhaps even more importantly, securing a place in the ADC Global Championship.
The Route To £60,000
Finishing inside the Top 2 on the North Rankings also earns qualification for the ADC Global Championship 2026/27.
That event boasts a £150,000 prize fund, including an eye-catching £60,000 first prize, making the Championship Tour one of the most rewarding pathways available outside the professional circuit.
Strong Winners Already Emerging
Four events have already been completed this season, producing three different winners.
- Event 1: David Sumner
- Event 2: Daniel Ayres
- Event 3: Lewis Pride
- Event 4: Daniel Ayres
Daniel Ayres has made the early running with two victories from the opening four tournaments, although there is still plenty of darts to be played before the race for Portsmouth reaches its conclusion.
With Events 5 and 6 now approaching, every ranking point becomes increasingly valuable as players battle for qualification places.
Championship Tour Event Prize Fund
🏆 Winner – £1,000
🥈 Runner-up – £400
🥉 Semi-finalists – £200
Quarter-finalists – £100
Last 16 – £40
Last 32 – £20
Another Huge Weekend Ahead
The standard across the ADC Championship Tour continues to rise each season, with many considering it one of the strongest competitions outside the PDC ranking system.
For players chasing the Grand Finals, the ADC Global Championship and a potential £60,000 payday, Events 5 and 6 could prove pivotal in shaping the rest of the season.
Q4QS Six To Follow
Looking at your player export and the current storylines, I'd avoid simply picking the top six. A mix of favourites, form players and dark horses always makes for a stronger feature.
⭐ Daniel Ayres
Already a two-time Championship Tour winner this season and fresh from a PDC Challenge Tour title. If he finds his best game again, he'll be one of the men everyone has to beat.
⭐ Lewis Pride
An Event 3 winner who continues to impress against professional opposition. His scoring power means he can beat anyone over the shorter formats.
⭐ Oliver Mitchell
The highest-ranked player in the field on Q4QS and someone who has already claimed notable wins over several Tour Card holders this year.
⭐ Steve Lennon
The former Tour Card holder brings plenty of experience and remains capable of producing 90+ averages on demand. A dangerous draw for anyone.
⭐ Lewis Cook (Young Gun)
One of the rising talents in the field. Recent JDC Advanced Tour finals and an 8-2 run in his last ten matches suggest he could spring a surprise.
⭐ Graham Usher (Dark Horse)
Perhaps not among the headline names, but Usher has quietly been putting together some strong performances on the Challenge Tour and could easily make a deep run if the draw opens up.
Two More Dark Horses (if you want an "Ones to Watch" section)
Ashley Coleman – Arrives in excellent form after winning a recent Vault event and has gone 9-1 in his last ten matches. Momentum counts in tournaments like these.
William Borland – Easy to overlook, but we all know the quality he possesses. If he settles quickly, he's more than capable of making a quarter-final or better.
