The New Year-spanning PDC World Championships is the most sought after trophy in world darts.
This year’s tournament is the 32nd organised by the Professional Darts Corporation since it separated from the now-defunct British Darts Organisation.
England’s Luke Humphries is the defending champion but he'll have to beat the world's best darters to retain his crown - including new superstar Luke Littler who he beat in last year’s final.
It all kicks off at London’s Alexandra Palace on Sunday, December 15, with the final taking place on Friday, January 3.
Here are the 10 throwers the bookies reckon stand the best chance at this year’s tournament.
5. Mike De Decker - 25/1
Belgian thrower Mike De Decker is currently the world number 24 but is the 25/1 fifth favourite for the world title having beaten Luke Humphries 6–4 to win the World Grand Prix. | Getty Images
6. Michael Smith - 25/1
Also priced at 25/1 for the world crown is England's Michael Smith. The world number two won the 2023 title and has claimed 20 titles on the PDC Pro Tour. | Getty Images
7. Wessel Nijman - 33/1
Dutchman Wessel Nijman recently claimed his first senior PDC title at the Players Championship 24, defeating Stephen Bunting 8–5 in the final. He's also beaten Luke Littler this season and is 33/1 to win the worlds. | Getty Images
8. Gerwyn Price
Welsh world number 10 Gerwyn Price is 33/1 for the title. He won the 2021 World Championship and has won 37 senior PDC titles, including three Grand Slams. | Getty Images