# 2026 World Grand Prix Darts: Luke Littler's Title Defense Ends

> Luke Littler loses World Grand Prix 2026 title defense in shock first round
- Title: 2026 World Grand Prix Darts: Luke Littler's Title Defense Ends
- Summary: Luke Littler loses World Grand Prix 2026 title defense in shock first round Luke Littler was defeated by Luke Woodhouse in the opening round of the 2026…
- Keywords: world grand prix, lukewoodhouse, lukelittler, gerwynprice, lukehumphries, jameswade, pdc, darts, prize money, double in double out, seattle, nfl
- Source: Sky Sports — https://skysports.com/darts/news/12040/13585772/world-grand-prix-darts-2026-schedule-format-prize-money-venue-dates-as-luke-littler-luke-humphries-seek-title
- Published: 2026-09-16T13:19:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: world grand prix, lukewoodhouse, lukelittler, gerwynprice, lukehumphries, jameswade, pdc, darts, prize money, double in double out, seattle, nfl
## 2026 World Grand Prix
The 2026 World Grand Prix features 32 players including top PDC and ProTour ranked competitors.
## Double-In, Double-Out Format
Players must start on the outer ring and finish with a double or bullseye to win the tournament.
## Luke Littler's Defeat
Luke Littler lost his title defense to Luke Woodhouse in a first-round match.
## Prize Money Breakdown
Winner takes £150,000 with runner-up earning £80,000 from a total prize pot of £750,000.
## 2026 Tournament Schedule
The event runs from September 28 to October 4 with round-by-round matches across multiple days.
## Key takeaway

Luke Littler was defeated by Luke Woodhouse in the opening round of the 2026 World Grand Prix.