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PDC Darts Takes Center Stage on US Television with NBC Sports Partnership
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The Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) is making meaningful strides in the American market, announcing a groundbreaking deal with national network NBC Sports. This collaboration is set to bring select PDC events directly to US audiences thru NBC’s premier streaming service, Peacock.
Peacock Becomes the US Home for Premier Darts Action
This exciting partnership means that fans across the united States can now access live coverage of some of the most prestigious PDC tournaments. Peacock is the exclusive US broadcaster for a curated selection of these high-octane events, offering a dedicated platform for darts enthusiasts.
Key PDC Events Streamed Live on Peacock
The agreement ensures that a variety of top-tier PDC competitions are available for live streaming on Peacock. This includes:
Premier League Play-Offs: Witness the culmination of the Premier league season as the top players battle for supremacy.
US Darts Masters: Experience the thrill of the PDC’s premier event held on American soil.
World Matchplay: One of the sport’s most historic and prestigious tournaments.
World Grand Prix: A unique double-in, double-out format that always delivers drama.
Grand Slam of Darts: A unique event featuring qualifiers from various darting disciplines.
World Darts Championship: The pinnacle of the darts calendar, where legends are made.
This expanded reach through NBC Sports and peacock is a major boost for the sport’s popularity in the US, making it more accessible than ever before.
Strengthening Global Ties: Continued Partnership with Sky in the UK
While the US market sees a new era of accessibility, the PDC is also reinforcing its long-standing relationship with its UK broadcast partner. In February of this year, the PDC agreed to a significant rights extension with pay-TV giant Sky. This move ensures that UK fans will continue to enjoy comprehensive coverage of PDC events on Sky Sports, maintaining a tradition of excellence in broadcasting.
This dual approach, focusing on expanding reach in the US while solidifying its core market in the UK, highlights the PDC’s strategic vision for global growth and its commitment to providing top-quality darts entertainment to fans worldwide.