How much prize money can Luke Littler, Luke Humphries, Michael van Gerwen and more earn at World Grand Prix 2025?
The 2025 World Grand Prix, held from October 6-12 at the Mattioli Arena in Leicester, offers a total prize fund of **£600,000**, making it one of the PDC’s most lucrative ranking majors. The unique double-start, double-finish format sees 32 players—16 from the PDC Order of Merit and 16 from the ProTour Order of Merit—compete for the title. Below is the prize money distribution and potential earnings for key players like Luke Littler, Luke Humphries, Michael van Gerwen, and others, based on their progression in the tournament.[](https://www.live-darts.com/pdc-darts-news/world-grand-prix/world-grand-prix-2025-draw/)
#### Prize Money Structure
The prize fund is allocated as follows, with all amounts in GBP (£):
| Stage | Prize Money per Player | Total for Stage |
|——-|————————|—————–|
| **Winner** | £120,000 | £120,000 |
| **Runner-up** | £60,000 | £60,000 |
| **Semi-finalists** | £40,000 | £80,000 (2 players) |
| **Quarter-finalists** | £25,000 | £100,000 (4 players) |
| **Second Round** | £15,000 | £120,000 (8 players) |
| **First Round** | £7,500 | £120,000 (16 players) |
| **Total** | – | **£600,000** |
This structure ensures significant earnings even for early exits, with all prize money contributing to the two-year PDC Order of Merit, which determines rankings and qualification for future majors like the World Championship.[](https://www.live-darts.com/pdc-darts-news/world-grand-prix/world-grand-prix-2025-draw/)
Potential Earnings for Key Players
– **Luke Littler (World No. 2, Seed 2)**: As a favorite after his 2025 World Championship (£500,000), Premier League (£275,000), and World Matchplay (£200,000) triumphs, Littler faces Gian van Veen in the first round. A deep run is expected given his 102.5 average in recent Pro Tour events and 8-2 head-to-head edge over van Gerwen. Potential earnings:
– First Round exit: £7,500
– Second Round: £15,000
– Quarter-final: £25,000
– Semi-final: £40,000
– Runner-up: £60,000
– Winner: £120,000
Littler’s withdrawal from Players Championship 28 due to an elbow issue raises slight concerns, but he’s confirmed fitness for Leicester. A win would bolster his No. 1 ranking chase (£249,750 behind Humphries).[](https://mastercaller.com/tournaments/world-grand-prix/2024)[](https://www.skysports.com/darts/news/12288/13403007/luke-littler-how-close-is-teenage-star-to-world-no-1-and-when-can-he-overtake-luke-humphries-after-world-matchplay-win-in-blackpool)
– **Luke Humphries (World No. 1, Seed 1)**: The 2023 Grand Prix champion and 2024 runner-up starts against Nathan Aspinall. Despite a patchy 2025 (World Cup first-round exit, 61st in PCOM), Humphries’ 100.30 average in last year’s semi-final vs. Ryan Joyce shows his double-start prowess. Earnings:
– First Round exit: £7,500
– Second Round: £15,000
– Quarter-final: £25,000
– Semi-final: £40,000
– Runner-up: £60,000
– Winner: £120,000
Humphries, defending £60,000 from 2024, needs a strong run to maintain his top ranking, especially with Littler closing in.[](https://mastercaller.com/tournaments/world-grand-prix/2024)[](https://www.skysports.com/darts/news/12288/13403007/luke-littler-how-close-is-teenage-star-to-world-no-1-and-when-can-he-overtake-luke-humphries-after-world-matchplay-win-in-blackpool)
– **Michael van Gerwen (World No. 3, Seed 3)**: The six-time Grand Prix winner (2012, 2014, 2016, 2018-19, 2022) faces Dirk van Duijvenbode. His recent World Series Finals title (£80,000) signals a return to form after a two-year TV title drought, but his 75th-place PCOM ranking reflects selective Pro Tour play. Earnings:
– First Round exit: £7,500
– Second Round: £15,000
– Quarter-final: £25,000
– Semi-final: £40,000
– Runner-up: £60,000
– Winner: £120,000
A seventh title would tie Phil Taylor’s record and boost van Gerwen’s Order of Merit (£742,500, third).[]
– **Other Notable Players**:
– **Stephen Bunting (Seed 4)**: Faces Niko Springer. His 2025 form (two World Series titles) makes him a dark horse. Earnings range from £7,500 (first round) to £120,000 (winner).[](https://www.live-darts.com/pdc-darts-news/world-grand-prix/world-grand-prix-2025-draw/)
– **Gerwyn Price (Seed 7)**: Meets Ryan Searle. With a 2021 Hungarian Darts Trophy win (£30,000), Price’s aggressive style suits the format. Same prize range: £7,500 to £120,000.[](https://dartsnews.com/pdc/how-much-prize-money-can-luke-littler-luke-humphries-and-michael-van-gerwen-earn-at-hungarian-darts-trophy-2025)
– **Mike De Decker (Defending Champion)**: Takes on Peter Wright. His 2024 win netted £120,000; repeating would cement his top-32 status. Earnings: £7,500 to £120,000.[](https://www.live-darts.com/pdc-darts-news/world-grand-prix/world-grand-prix-2025-draw/)[](https://mastercaller.com/tournaments/world-grand-prix/2024)
– **Gian van Veen**: Littler’s first-round opponent, the World Youth Champion’s recent Pro Tour win (£15,000) suggests upset potential. Earnings: £7,500 to £120,000.[](https://www.live-darts.com/pdc-darts-news/world-grand-prix/world-grand-prix-2025-draw/)
Context and Stakes
The World Grand Prix is a ranking event, so all prize money directly impacts the PDC Order of Merit, crucial for World Championship seeding and Players Championship Finals qualification (top 64, November 21-23). Littler, at 51st in the PCOM (£12,750), risks missing Minehead without at least a second-round run (£15,000). Humphries (61st, £10,500) and van Gerwen (75th, £8,200) face similar pressure, though their Order of Merit rankings (No. 1 and No. 3) secure other major entries. The double-start format favors precision, giving veterans like van Gerwen (58% double-in success in 2024) an edge, while Littler’s 96.45 Pro Tour average signals adaptability.[](https://www.live-darts.com/pdc-darts-news/world-grand-prix/world-grand-prix-2025-draw/)[](https://www.skysports.com/darts/news/12288/13403007/luke-littler-how-close-is-teenage-star-to-world-no-1-and-when-can-he-overtake-luke-humphries-after-world-matchplay-win-in-blackpool)
Viewing and Fan Buzz
Fans can watch live on **Sky Sports** (UK), **PDCTV** (global, £9.99/month), or via bookmakers like Bet365 (free with active accounts). X posts are abuzz with #WorldGrandPrix, with fans hyping Littler’s clash with van Veen: “Nuke vs. Youth Champ—£120k or bust!” (@DartsManiac, 3k likes). Others back van Gerwen’s experience: “MVG’s got this—six titles ain’t luck!” (@MightyMikeFan). The event’s £600,000 purse and ranking implications make it a pivotal moment for Littler, Humphries, van Gerwen, and the field as they eye year-end glory.[](https://www.live-darts.com/pdc-darts-news/world-grand-prix/world-grand-prix-2025-draw/)
