Chris Dobey Wins Players Championship 9 Title

Chris Dobey won the Players Championship 9 title, defeating Justin Hood 8-4 in the final on Monday, 13 April 2026.

What happened at the Players Championship 9?

The tournament saw Luke Humphries suffer a last-16 exit, while Chris Dobey romped to his second title of 2026. Beau Greaves made PDC history with a run to the quarter-finals, becoming the first woman to achieve this feat.

Key performances and results

Chris Dobey consistently produced ton-plus averages on his way to the final, with a 105.28 average in the final. Justin Hood averaged 102.91 in the final, but was unable to overcome Dobey's strong performance. The tournament also saw a nine-darter from Thomas Lovely in his round three defeat to Luke Woodhouse.

Chris Dobey's reaction to the win

"The way I've been playing throughout the year, I'm hoping to pick up more titles," said Chris Dobey. He expressed his delight with the win and hopes to start performing well on TV and picking up European Tour titles.

What's next for Chris Dobey?

Chris Dobey will be looking to build on this momentum and continue his strong form in upcoming tournaments. The win marks his 10th title, and he will be aiming to add to this total in the coming months. Chris Dobey's victory at the Players Championship 9 is a significant one, and he will be hoping to carry this form into future events. The 35-year-old from Northumberland has been playing well throughout the year, and this win is a testament to his hard work and dedication.