Second edition Dutch darts champions as a World Series tournament, it was another hit. Title sponsor TOTO left nothing to chance and made sure that both fans and players were pampered.
However, it is not certain whether the tournament still has a future in the Netherlands. The contract was two years, with an option for a third edition. The rules regarding sponsorship on behalf of betting companies will change in July 2025. At that time, it will no longer be possible to advertise online gambling companies through sports.
“This is the last year that TOTO will be its namesake,” said Rik van Aalst on behalf of TOTO to AD.nl. “There is still an option for next year, but for that we need to sit down with all parties after this edition.”
There is certainly no shortage of will. Darters are eager to come to Den Bosch, and the municipality and the PDC darts association would also like to continue this event. However, Matt Porter, CEO of PDC, realizes this will be difficult.
According to Porter, this probability does not exceed 50%. ”That’s an honest answer. After the collapse of TOTO, we need a new, strong partner, and we live in a really difficult world. It would be a mortal sin to lose this event, but the chance is there,” Porter said. “Between Easter and summer, we want transparency.”
Michael van Gerwen would be a great shame if the tournament in Den Bosch disappeared from the calendar. ”Last time? I assume so. These regulations in the Netherlands are crazy, aren’t they? I know what TOTO puts into it, it won’t be easy to find someone else to do it. What a shame. On the other hand: you shouldn’t overdo it with tournaments. Enough. I think that’s the limit, but for this tournament. Anyway, I have no influence on it.”
