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Matthew Edgar (born 28 August 1986) is an English darts player who competes in World Darts Federation (WDF) and Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) events. Nicknamed "Prime Time", Edgar has won 2 WDF ranking titles and has won two titles on the PDC Challenge Tour. A former PDC Tour Card holder, he has played in ten UK Opens, and four World Championships (three PDC and one WDF).

Key Information

Career

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2011

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Edgar joined the PDC in 2011, and qualified for the 2011 UK Open. He defeated Nigel Heydon, Andy Pearce and Martyn Turner on the way to the last 32, where he lost to Andy Boulton 9–5.

2012

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In January 2012, he entered the Professional Darts Corporation Pro Tour 'Q School' qualifying tournament. On the first day, Edgar lost to Darren Whittingham 6–4 at the final stage.[2] After four days playing in the event in Barnsley, Edgar gained his professional tour card for the 2012 and 2013 seasons. His best results of 2012 came in two UK Open Qualifiers, where he lost in the last 16 to Johnny Haines and Richie Howson respectively.[3] These results helped him to reach the UK Open for the second time where he was beaten in the second round by Kevin McDine.[4] He could not advance beyond the last 32 in any of the rest of the events he played in the year.[3]

2013

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Edgar went into 2013 ranked world number 81,[5] and reached his first PDC quarter-final at the eighth UK Open Qualifier where he was edged out 5–6 by Adrian Lewis. He was seeded 50th for the UK Open itself, meaning he began at the second round stage, with a 5–4 win over Colin Osborne.[6] He faced reigning champion Robert Thornton in the third round and led 6–4, before going on to lose 7–9.[7] Edgar also qualified for two European Tour events during the year, losing in the first round of the Gibraltar Darts Trophy and beating Stuart Kellett 6–1 at the German Darts Championship before being defeated 6–2 by Paul Nicholson in the second round.[8]

2014

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Edgar began 2014 outside of the world's top 64 and entered Q School in an attempt to win his place back, coming closest on the third day when he advanced to the last 32 but lost 5–2 to Darron Brown.[9][10] Edgar only had PDPA Associate Member status for the year ahead which allowed him to compete in UK Open and European Tour qualifiers as well as the Challenge Tour.[11] He qualified for the UK Open and lost 5–3 to Spain's Antonio Alcinas in the second round.[12] Edgar was a runner-up in the first Challenge Tour event of the year when he lost 5–4 to Jamie Robinson, but he went one better in the fourth event by claiming the title with a deciding leg victory over Mark Frost.[13][14] He came within a match of qualifying for both the 2014 Grand Slam of Darts and 2015 World Championship but was beaten on both occasions.[15]

2015

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On the second day of 2015 Q School, Edgar won seven matches ending with a 5–0 whitewash of Andy Boulton to earn a new two-year tour card.[15] He reached the quarter-finals of the third UK Open Qualifier, but was edged out 6–5 by Adrian Lewis.[16] Edgar also suffered a narrow defeat in the second round of the UK Open, 5–4 against Jason Mold.[17] The only European Tour event he could qualify for was the 2015 International Darts Open and he beat Darren Webster 6–5, but was whitewahsed by Dave Chisnall 6–0 in the second round.[18]

2016

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A last 16 showing in the final qualifier saw Edgar enter the UK Open at the second round stage and he beat Mark Wilson 6–4, before losing 9–3 to Mark Webster.[19][20] He had two last 16 finishes in Players Championship events, before reaching the quarter-finals for the only time this season at the final one by defeating Jelle Klaasen, Wayne Jones, Cristo Reyes and Robbie Green, before losing to Benito van de Pas 6–2.[21] It was this result which saw Edgar make his debut in the Players Championship Finals and he lost to Simon Whitlock 6–3 in the first round.[22]

2017

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With his tour card status now expired, Edgar entered Q–School. He finished 13th on the Order of Merit, just one point shy of reclaiming his place.[23] A host of injuries including a broken hand restricted the amount of entries available through the year which meant he did not qualify for 2017 UK Open, the first time in Edgar's career he did not qualify. There were positive signs in the Summer when Edgar won a second Challenge Tour title came beating Barrie Bates 5–2 in the final.

2018

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Edgar re-gained his PDC Tour Card at Q–School, finishing 9th on the UK Q–School Order of Merit.

On the 2018 PDC Pro Tour, he competed in the 2018 UK Open Qualifiers.[24]

At UK Open Qualifier 1 he defeated Adam Hunt 6–5 in a deciding leg, Mick McGowan 6–1, Mark Webster 6–5 in a deciding leg and Mervyn King 6–2 to reach the fourth round (Last 16), where he was beaten by Kyle Anderson, who averaged 107.32 to Edgar's 95.40, 6–2.[25]

At UK Open Qualifier 2, Edgar defeated Charlie Jackson 6–5 in a deciding leg and Philip Borthwick 6–4, then both Andrew Gilding and Cristo Reyes 6–5 in last-leg deciders. This meant Edgar reached the Last 16 in successive UK Open qualifiers, where he lost to Justin Pipe 6–5 in another deciding leg.[26]

Edgar became the 23rd seed for the 2018 UK Open and entered in the third round. There, he achieved a 10–4 win over John Henderson, reaching the fourth round for the second time in his career, but lost to Steve West 10–7 in round 4.

In April Edgar made his return to the PDC European Tour at the 2018 German Darts Open, where he lost to Steve West 6–2 in the first round.

Edgar did enough on the Players Championship circuit to qualify for the 2018 Players Championship Finals where he met Michael van Gerwen in the first round and lost 6–2. He also managed to qualify for the 2019 PDC World Darts Championship through the ProTour.

2019

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In the 2019 PDC World Darts Championship, Edgar played Darius Labanauskas in the first round and lost 3–1 despite winning the first set.

Edgar started the year off placed world number 68, so to maintain his tour card for next season he needed to jump 4 places in the rankings. He played in the 2019 UK Open where he made the third round before losing to Ryan Searle 6–3. He qualified again for the Players Championship Finals that year and played Dave Chisnall in the first round. He lost 6–2.

2020

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Edgar had not managed to do enough on the tour to qualify for the 2020 PDC World Championship. He entered the last chance Tour Card Holder qualifier and managed to come through it with wins over Tytus Kanik, Gary Eastwood and Christian Bunse, before beating Adam Hunt 7–4 to book his place at Alexandra Palace. However, he lost to Darius Labanauskas once again.

He was unable to achieve qualification for a 3rd year running for the Players Championship Finals, however the day after the Players Championship Final at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry, he qualified for the 2021 PDC World Darts Championship via the UK Tour Card Holder Qualifiers, beating Josh Payne 7–2 in the last 8 to confirm his place in his 3rd successive PCC World Championship.

2021

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Edgar finally progressed past the first round of the World Championship in the 2021 edition by whitewashing Maik Kuivenhoven 3–0 in sets. In round 2, he lost to Mensur Suljović 3–1.[27]

2022

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Matthew returned to PDC Q-School looking to regain his tour card. During the first 3 days, Edgar picked up 0 points, which left him needing to reach the Final on Day 4 as a minimum. The day brought the best out in Edgar, and he progressed to the Semi-Finals, the highlight being a 106.35 average against Kai Fan Leung in the Last 64. Unfortunately for Matt, he lost against Nathan Rafferty 6–3 in the Semi-Final, leaving him outside of the Tour Card spots in the Q-School Order of Merit.[28][29]

2023

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In 2023 Edgar won 2 WDF ranking events, the Iceland Masters and the Slovenian Open.

2024

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Edgar was the runner-up at the 2024 Welsh Open, he lost to Andy Davidson 5–1 in the final.[30]

Edgar qualified for the 2024 WDF World Darts Championship at the Lakeside Country Club virtue of being ranked 20th on their World Championship rankings race.[31] He was drawn to play Dutch Open champion Jarno Bottenberg in the first round, who defeated him 2–0 in sets.[32]

Practice and personal life

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Edgar practices with former world championship runner-up Kevin Painter. He has previously worked for Northampton Town as a sports coach.[33] Edgar also runs a YouTube channel dedicated to darts called "Edgar TV Darts", where he regularly answers questions raised by followers and chronicles his journeys through various PDC and WDF competitions.[34]

Before starting his darts career, Edgar was a professional wrestler and trained in mixed martial arts.[35]

The Online Betting Guide, OLBG, began sponsoring Matthew Edgar in 2011 and have since sponsored the darts player intermittently for over 13 years. In 2024 they supported his journey to qualify for Lakeside 2024 at the WDF World Championships.[36]

World Championship results

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PDC

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WDF

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  • 2024: First round (lost to Jarno Bottenberg 0–2)

Performance timeline

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PDC

Tournament 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2018 2019 2020 2021
PDC Ranked televised events
PDC World Championship Did not qualify 1R 1R 2R
UK Open 4R 2R 3R 2R 2R 3R 4R 3R 5R 3R
Players Championship Finals Did not qualify 1R 1R 1R DNQ
Career statistics
PDC Year-end ranking 96 102 81 141 107 77 86 66 66 62

WDF

Tournament 2024
WDF Major/platinum events
WDF World Championship 1R
WDF World Masters 4R
WDF Year-end ranking 37

PDC European Tour

Season 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
2013 Did not qualify GDT
1R 		GDC
2R 		DNQ
2015 Did not qualify IDO
2R 		Did not qualify
2018 DNQ GDO
1R 		Did not qualify EDT
3R
2019 EDO
1R 		Did not qualify EDG
1R 		DNQ EDM
1R 		DNQ

PDC Players Championships

Season 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
2011
[nb 1] 		DNP DER
1R 		CRA
2R 		DNP CRA
1R 		CRA
3R 		BAR
3R 		BAR
1R 		NUL
2R 		NUL
1R 		ONT
2R 		ONT
3R 		DER
1R 		DER
1R 		NUL
2R 		NUL
1R 		DUB
1R 		DUB
3R 		KIL
4R 		GLA
2R 		GLA
2R 		ALI
1R 		ALI
2R 		CRA
1R 		CRA
1R 		WIG
1R 		WIG
1R
2012 ALI
2R 		ALI
2R 		REA
2R 		REA
1R 		CRA
1R 		CRA
1R 		BIR
2R 		BIR
2R 		CRA
1R 		CRA
2R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		DUB
2R 		DUB
1R 		KIL
3R 		KIL
1R 		CRA
1R 		CRA
2R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
1R
2013 WIG
1R 		WIG
3R 		WIG
1R 		WIG
2R 		CRA
1R 		CRA
2R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
2R 		DUB
1R 		DUB
2R 		KIL
2R 		KIL
PR 		WIG
2R 		WIG
2R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R
2014
[nb 1] 		BAR
1R 		BAR
3R 		CRA
DNP 		CRA
1R 		Did not participate CRA
1R 		CRA
2R 		COV
1R 		COV
3R
2015 BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
2R 		COV
1R 		COV
1R 		COV
1R 		CRA
2R 		CRA
2R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
1R 		WIG
1R 		WIG
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
2R 		DUB
2R 		DUB
3R 		COV
2R 		COV
1R
2016 BAR
2R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
3R 		BAR
1R 		COV
2R 		COV
2R 		BAR
4R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		DUB
4R 		DUB
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
QF
2017
[nb 1] 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		MIL
DNP 		MIL
2R 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
DNP 		WIG
DNP 		WIG
DNP 		MIL
1R 		MIL
1R 		WIG
DNP 		WIG
DNP 		BAR
1R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
1R 		DUB
2R 		DUB
2R 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
DNP
2018 BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
3R 		MIL
4R 		MIL
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
2R 		WIG
2R 		WIG
2R 		MIL
2R 		MIL
2R 		WIG
1R 		WIG
2R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
3R 		DUB
2R 		DUB
3R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
3R
2019 WIG
2R 		WIG
1R 		WIG
1R 		WIG
QF 		BAR
1R 		BAR
2R 		WIG
2R 		WIG
2R 		BAR
3R 		BAR
3R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		WIG
3R 		WIG
1R 		BAR
3R 		BAR
3R 		HIL
3R 		HIL
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
3R 		BAR
4R 		DUB
1R 		DUB
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R
2020 BAR
2R 		BAR
1R 		WIG
1R 		WIG
2R 		WIG
1R 		WIG
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		MIL
2R 		MIL
3R 		MIL
3R 		MIL
1R 		MIL
3R 		NIE
2R 		NIE
2R 		NIE
2R 		NIE
3R 		NIE
1R 		COV
1R 		COV
1R 		COV
1R 		COV
1R 		COV
1R
2021 BOL
1R 		BOL
1R 		BOL
1R 		BOL
1R 		MIL
1R 		MIL
2R 		MIL
1R 		MIL
2R 		NIE
3R 		NIE
3R 		NIE
1R 		NIE
1R 		MIL
1R 		MIL
1R 		MIL
1R 		MIL
2R 		COV
2R 		COV
1R 		COV
3R 		COV
2R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
3R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
2R 		BAR
QF
2022[nb 1] BAR
DNP 		BAR
DNP 		WIG
DNP 		WIG
DNP 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
2R 		NIE
1R 		NIE
2R 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		WIG
3R 		WIG
2R 		NIE
1R 		NIE
2R 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
1R 		BAR
1R 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
1R 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
1R 		BAR
DNP 		BAR
DNP
  1. ^ a b c d Not a Tour card holder
Performance Table Legend
W Won the tournament F Finalist SF Semifinalist QF Quarterfinalist #R
RR
L# 		Lost in # round
Round-robin
Last # stage 		DQ Disqualified
DNQ Did not qualify DNP Did not participate WD Withdrew NH Tournament not held NYF Not yet founded

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Matthew Edgar

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Matthew Edgar (born 28 August 1986) is an English professional darts player from Daventry, Northamptonshire, who competes in tournaments sanctioned by both the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) and the World Darts Federation (WDF). Edgar entered the professional darts circuit in 2011 and secured a PDC Tour Card in 2012 via Qualifying School, enabling him to participate in PDC Pro Tour events. Over the years, he has made ten appearances at the PDC UK Open and competed in numerous Players Championships. His most notable PDC achievements include three consecutive appearances at the PDC World Darts Championship from 2019 to 2021, where he recorded a highest average of 92.18 in 2021. In the WDF calendar, Edgar has achieved greater success, winning two ranked titles in 2023: the Slovenian Open and the Masters. He also reached the final of the 2024 Welsh Open and was runner-up at the 2023 Open. Edgar made one appearance at the and holds a career total of seven tournament titles across PDC (three), WDF/BDO (two), and other events (two). His highest televised average stands at 94.24, recorded during the 2024 World Masters. Beyond playing, Edgar serves as a commentator and pundit for Sky Sports Darts, contributing to programs like Love The Darts. He also operates the YouTube channel Edgar TV, which has amassed over 60,000 subscribers and features darts news, practice routines, and analysis. In 2025, Edgar competed in the WDF World Championship qualifiers, reaching the last 32, while maintaining his nickname "Primetime" and using "Sweet Child o' Mine" by Guns N' Roses as his walk-on music.

Early life and background

Childhood and introduction to darts

Matthew Edgar was born on 28 August 1986 in , . His family has strong roots in the nearby area of Rossington, where his grandfather was an active participant in local darts competitions, eventually reaching the quarter-finals of the 1963 News of the World Darts Championship at . This familial connection to the sport, along with his father's involvement in taking him to youth competitions in places like and , fostered an early interest in and other athletic pursuits within Edgar's household. Edgar later relocated to , , where he established his base. Known by the nickname "Primetime," a moniker that reflects his energetic playing style, Edgar's early exposure to sports was shaped by his family's enthusiasm, particularly his grandfather's and father's involvement in . This background encouraged Edgar's own engagement with competitive activities from a young age, blending recreational play with a growing competitive edge. Edgar first played during his childhood but paused his involvement in his late teens to pursue other sports. He resumed in his early twenties following the of his and began competing more seriously around , participating in local scenes, pub leagues, and club events that provided his initial competitive platform. These early endeavors allowed him to hone his skills in a community setting, drawing inspiration from watching professional darts matches on television, which fueled his aspiration to compete at higher levels.

Pre-professional pursuits

Before entering professional darts, Matthew Edgar pursued a career in during the early 2000s, competing in local circuits for approximately five to six years until around 2011. He specialized in a technical wrestling style, favoring moves such as the belly-to-belly , and used the TKO as his finishing maneuver. During this period, Edgar held championship belts for about four years, primarily in divisions, including a notable title match in , before retiring due to the high risk of injury conflicting with his emerging ambitions. In parallel with wrestling, Edgar engaged in (MMA) training at local clubs during the early , focusing on skill development rather than extensive competition. Although specific bouts are not widely documented, his MMA involvement honed his athletic discipline and physical conditioning, complementing his wrestling background. Edgar developed his darts skills through rigorous practice in pubs around , where his family originated, and later in after relocating. He participated in local tournaments in these areas, building consistency and competing in community leagues that prepared him for national qualifiers by 2011. Throughout these pursuits, Edgar balanced with other sports, particularly football, where he gained experience as a coach in local programs prior to his professional transition. This multifaceted athletic involvement in and not only diversified his training but also informed his coaching-oriented approach to skill-building across disciplines.

Professional career

PDC tenure (2011–2022)

Matthew Edgar entered the (PDC) circuit in 2011 through the qualifying process, marking his professional debut. He qualified for the and advanced to the last 32 stage, defeating Martyn Turner 9-6 before losing 9-5 to Andy Boulton. In 2012, Edgar secured his first PDC Tour Card at , winning through on Day Four by defeating opponents including Richard Slater 6-2 in the final stages. This allowed full participation in the Pro Tour. At the , he progressed to the second round, beating Mark Wilson 6-4 before a 9-3 defeat to Mark Webster. His Tour Card status led to steady accumulation. Edgar's rankings peaked in 2013 at world No. 81 on the , with earnings of £9,950 that year. At the , he reached the third round, defeating opponents in earlier stages before losing 9-0 to Robert Thornton. This period highlighted his growing consistency on the developmental circuit amid ranking improvements from prior qualifier appearances. In 2014, Edgar claimed his first PDC title, defeating in the final of Event 5 to earn £2,500 and valuable ranking points. However, he lost his Tour Card by the end of the year due to insufficient retention, leading to a return to associate member status. Edgar regained his Tour Card at the 2015 on Day Two, winning seven straight matches including a 5-1 over Scott Campbell. This enabled consistent appearances throughout the year, where he competed in the third round multiple times, contributing to stabilized rankings around the top 100. The 2016 season saw Edgar's debut at the Finals, qualifying via Pro Tour earnings and losing 6-3 to in the first round. He retained his Tour Card but experienced ranking fluctuations, hovering outside the top 64 amid mixed Pro Tour results. In 2017, Edgar secured his second title in Event 16, beating Barrie Bates 5-2 in the final for £2,500. This boosted his position temporarily, though he again failed to retain his Tour Card at the end of the year, dropping to associate status. Edgar reclaimed his Tour Card in 2018 via the , accumulating ten points across four days despite not winning an immediate card. His standout performance came at the , reaching the fourth round—his career best in the event—after a 10-4 win over John Henderson, before a 10-7 loss to Steve West. The marked Edgar's debut at the , where he qualified as a Tour Card holder but exited in the first round, losing 3-1 in sets to . He retained his Tour Card that year, with rankings stabilizing in the 70-90 range. In 2020, Edgar again qualified for the via Tour Card rankings but suffered a first-round whitewash, 3-0 to Labanauskas. The disruptions affected the tour, but he maintained his card amid fluctuating earnings. Edgar's 2021 PDC World Darts Championship appearance represented his career high, reaching the second round after defeating Maik Kuivenhoven 3-0 in the first before a 4-1 loss to . This run elevated his profile, though rankings remained outside the elite tier. At the 2022 , Edgar reached the semi-finals on the final day but accumulated insufficient points to regain or retain a Tour Card, ending his primary PDC focus after 11 years. During his PDC tenure from 2011 to 2022, Edgar accumulated approximately £157,000 in prize money, with rankings peaking at No. 81 in 2013 and generally fluctuating between 70 and 100 based on Tour Card cycles and key results.

WDF transition and recent years (2023–2025)

Following his departure from the PDC circuit, Matthew Edgar transitioned to the (WDF) in 2023, leveraging his prior professional experience as a foundation for renewed success. He made an immediate impact with victories at the Iceland Masters and Slovenian Open, marking his debut wins on the WDF calendar. In January 2024, Edgar signed a sponsorship deal with Mission Darts, joining their team as a player and while continuing to compete on the WDF tour. That year, he reached the runner-up position at the Welsh Open and qualified for the at Lakeside, where he advanced to the last 48 before a 2-0 defeat to Jarno Bottenberg, earning £750 in prize money. Entering 2025, Edgar participated in the Qualifiers, progressing to the last 32 before a 2-4 loss to . He also competed in the Modus , securing a notable 4-2 victory over in Week 8. In October 2025, he reached the last 32 of the World Open, earning £50. As of November 2025, Edgar holds the 486th position in the WDF men's rankings and has been actively earning through circuit events, including the aforementioned £750 from the 2024 Worlds. Throughout the year, he has focused on accumulating points via the WDF tour to secure qualification for the 2025 Lakeside .

Media career and sponsorships

YouTube channel and online presence

Matthew Edgar launched his YouTube channel, "Edgar TV Darts," in 2020, establishing a platform dedicated to darts content that has since grown to over 60,000 subscribers by late 2025. The channel features a diverse range of videos, including tutorials on practice routines and techniques—such as how dart weight influences throwing mechanics—and in-depth match analyses that break down player strategies and tournament outcomes. Vlogs from tournaments provide behind-the-scenes glimpses into professional life, while collaborations with fellow players, like discussions on the top darts players of all time with Chris Mason and Glen Durrant, add expert insights and entertainment value. Key milestones include an early 2020 interview series exploring the of Edgar TV itself and the evolution of media, which helped solidify the channel's identity shortly after launch. By 2025, Edgar produced commentary videos on major PDC events, such as previews of the Grand Slam of Darts draw and analyses of emerging player impacts, including Luke Littler's title defense. These efforts, combined with live streams and vlogs from WDF tournaments like the World Darts Festival and Hungarian Darts Festival, have extended the channel's reach to international audiences. The channel plays a notable role in popularizing online, amassing over 10 million total views across approximately 500 videos, with many garnering tens of thousands of views each to demonstrate strong viewer engagement. Edgar's accessible style, focusing on educational content and fan Q&A sessions, has particularly influenced younger fans by demystifying the sport and encouraging participation through practical tips and motivational stories from his career. This digital presence has positioned Edgar as a key figure in bridging traditional darts with modern online communities.

Broadcasting and endorsements

Matthew Edgar has served as a commentator and pundit for since the early 2020s, providing expert analysis on both (PDC) and (WDF) events, including appearances on the "Love The Darts" . In 2025, his commentary gained attention for prescient predictions, such as foreseeing Luke Littler's ascent to world No. 1 following the latter's victory, which he described as a pivotal moment in a episode. Edgar's broadcasting roles extend to endorsements that leverage his media presence. OLBG, an online betting platform, sponsors him and features him as a darts expert, where he contributes previews, betting guides, and analysis on major tournaments like the PDC World Championship and . In January 2024, he signed with Mission Darts as an equipment endorser, promoting signature 21g barrels designed to match his playing style through campaigns and product launches. Additionally, Edgar has endorsed Loxley Darts products, including custom shirts and signature dart sets tailored to his preferences, such as the "Edgar TV" and "Test Card Edition" models, which bear his branding and were marketed during his active PDC years. These partnerships often gain visibility through his online platforms, enhancing their reach among enthusiasts.

Personal life

Practice routine and coaching background

Matthew Edgar maintains a rigorous practice routine, dedicating 4–6 hours daily to throwing at the board, with a primary emphasis on improving accuracy for maximum scores like 180s and enhancing checkout conversion rates. This structured approach involves targeted drills, such as timed challenges to maximize 180s in an hour or specific games designed to boost finishing percentages under pressure. A key element of his regimen is his long-standing practice partnership with fellow darts professional , with whom he conducts joint sessions in , . These collaborative workouts incorporate competitive games and shared systems to simulate match conditions, allowing both players to refine techniques and mental resilience. Edgar utilizes specialized provided by his sponsor, Mission Darts, including signature 90% barrels tailored for precision and grip during extended sessions. Before committing fully to darts, Edgar served as a football coach for Northampton Town's youth teams during the , where he developed skills in player development, technique analysis, and motivational strategies. He has since applied these principles to darts mentoring, offering personalized plans and consultations to aspiring players through his Edgar TV platform and dedicated services. This transition occurred after securing his PDC Tour Card in , shifting his focus from part-time coaching to a full-time professional darts career.

Family and residence

Matthew Edgar was born on 28 August 1986 in , , with family roots in the nearby village of Rossington, where his grandfather was a local competitor who advanced to national finals. These early familial connections to the sport influenced Edgar's introduction to , though specific details on siblings or parental roles in sports remain limited in public records. Edgar resides in Daventry, Northamptonshire, England, where he has established a dedicated darts studio and coaching facility to support his professional endeavors and content creation, allowing him to maintain a base amid frequent travel. He is married to Jodie, who serves as his personal assistant and occasionally participates in his darts-related activities, such as on-camera challenges. The couple has children, and in a 2023 interview, Edgar noted that he has sometimes been home for only five days in recent weeks, describing it as "a battle" that impacts his time with his growing family. Edgar has been managing a persistent arm injury since at least 2023, which continued to affect him during events in 2024. Outside of darts, Edgar maintains an interest in combat sports as hobbies, including watching wrestling, (MMA), and , following his retirement from active in 2012 and training in MMA.

Major tournament results

World Championships

Matthew Edgar made his debut at the in 2019 at , where he suffered a first-round defeat to Ryan Joyce by a score of 0–3 in sets. He earned £7,500 in for reaching the event as a qualifier via the UK Development Tour. The following year, in 2020, Edgar again exited in the first round, losing 0–3 to Lithuania's , securing another £7,500 payout. Edgar's best performance came in 2021, when he advanced to the second round for the first time. In the opening round, he defeated Maik Kuivenhoven 3–0 in straight sets, averaging 87.69 compared to his opponent's 81.00, before falling 1–3 to 20th seed in the last 64, where Suljović averaged 98.18. This run earned him £15,000, bringing his total PDC earnings to £30,000 across three appearances. He did not qualify for subsequent PDC World Championships after losing his Tour Card at the end of 2022. Transitioning to the World Darts Federation (WDF) circuit in 2023, Edgar qualified for the at the traditional Lakeside Country Club venue through the rankings pathway, marking his debut in the event. He was eliminated in the last 48 (first round) by Jarno Bottenberg of the , losing 0–2 in sets (3–2, 3–0 in legs), and collected £750 in prize money. For the 2025 WDF World Darts Championship, Edgar attempted to qualify through regional events and the World Championship Qualifiers in November, but his efforts were unsuccessful, including losses such as 2–4 to in the qualifiers. The PDC and WDF World Championships differ in format and atmosphere, with the PDC event at featuring a best-of-five-sets structure in early rounds escalating to best-of-13 in the final, emphasizing high-scoring legs under televised pressure, while the WDF at Lakeside maintains a similar sets-based format but with a more intimate, traditional vibe and shorter best-of-five legs per set in opening rounds. Edgar, drawing from his PDC experience, noted the adaptation to Lakeside's board and crowd dynamics as a key challenge but one that suited his consistent scoring style.
YearOrganizationRound ReachedOpponent (Result)Prize Money
2019PDCFirst roundRyan Joyce (0–3)£7,500
2020PDCFirst round (0–3)£7,500
2021PDCSecond roundMaik Kuivenhoven (3–0, win); (1–3, loss)£15,000
2024WDFLast 48Jarno Bottenberg (0–2)£750

Other key titles and finals

In addition to his World Championship appearances, Matthew Edgar achieved notable success on the PDC , securing two titles that provided crucial ranking points during his tenure as a Tour Card holder. His first victory came in 2014 at Event 4 in Reading, where he edged out 5-4 in a tense final, earning £1,000 in and bolstering his position on the to aid qualification efforts for major events. Three years later, in 2017 at Event 16 in , Edgar claimed his second title by defeating Barrie Bates 5-2, again securing £1,000 and further elevating his ranking, which contributed to regaining stability on the circuit amid competitive Q-School pressures. These wins highlighted his consistency in secondary PDC tournaments, where and points played a key role in sustaining his status from 2011 to 2022. Transitioning to the WDF circuit after leaving the PDC in 2022, Edgar captured two significant ranking titles in 2023 that propelled his world ranking into the top 100 and secured qualification for the WDF World Championship. At the Iceland Masters, a Category B event, he staged a comeback from 3-1 down to defeat Sweden's Björn Lejon in the final, winning ISK 60,000 (approximately £340) first-place prize and gaining substantial WDF ranking points that marked his resurgence in international play. Later that year, he triumphed at the Slovenian Open, another Category B tournament, overcoming Austria's Hannes Schnier 6-4 in the final for a €600 (approximately £520) payout; this victory, combined with the Iceland success, boosted his WDF standings by over 200 positions, establishing him as a prominent figure in non-PDC ranked events. Edgar reached a key final in 2024 at the WDF Welsh Open, a Silver Category tournament, where he fell 1-5 to Scotland's Andy Davidson despite strong semi-final form, earning £700 as runner-up and adding vital points toward his ongoing WDF qualification campaign. Beyond titles, he has posted impressive deep runs in majors like the PDC , advancing to the fourth round in 2018 after qualifier successes before a 7-10 loss to Steve West; this performance netted £1,000 and underscored his potential against top-tier opposition, indirectly supporting his ranking maintenance during PDC years. These achievements collectively demonstrate Edgar's adaptability across governing bodies, with each event's prize money—typically ranging from £400 to £1,000 for winners—serving as financial support while the associated ranking gains facilitated entries into premier tournaments.

Performance timeline

The following table outlines Matthew Edgar's performances in major PDC and WDF tournaments. DNQ indicates did not qualify; R1, R2, etc. denote rounds reached. Data is as of November 2025.
Tournament (Year)PDC WorldPCFWDF WorldWorld MastersOther notable
2011DNQL32DNQDNQDNQ
2012DNQ-DNQDNQDNQ
...DNQ-DNQDNQDNQ
2016DNQ-L64DNQDNQ
2018DNQL32L64DNQDNQ
20191R-L64DNQDNQ
20201RL32DNQDNQDNQ
20212R-DNQDNQDNQ
2022DNQ-DNQDNQDNQ
2023DNQDNQDNQDNQ-Won Slovenian Open, Iceland Masters; RU Antwerp Open
2024DNQDNQDNQ1RL32RU Welsh Open; highest avg 94.24 at World Masters
2025DNQDNQDNQDNQ*-World Open L32; WC Qualifier L32
*Did not qualify for 2025 WDF World Championship finals; qualified for preliminary rounds but lost in qualifiers.

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