Start Time & Presence

• All players must be present at the official start time of 19:30hrs
• All first games must be started before 19:45hrs
• Any player not present by 19:45 will forfeit their match, regardless of the reason.

Match Format

• Game Format: 501 double out
• Friday Match Format: Group stage - Best of 5 legs (first to win 3 legs)
• Sunday Match Format: Knockout stage - Best of 9 legs (first to win 5 legs)
• Both players start at 501 points and aim to reach 0, finishing on the required double

Dartboard Requirement

• Each player must have their own dartboard during the tournament.
• Board sharing is not allowed under any circumstances.
• Mic is optional, if one player doesn't want to have the mic on, be respectful and switch yours off.

Phone/Tablet/Camera Visibility

• Before starting your match, make sure your opponent's camera is clearly visible to you.
• A visible camera setup is mandatory to guarantee fair play.
• Ensure that your device has sufficient charge to last the full games.
• It is your responsibility to ensure your equipment is working correctly to ensure you can complete all games.
• Players must ensure they have enough coins or credit before their match begins.
• If a match cannot start due to insufficient credit, it will result in a forfeit loss.

Match Order

• Matches must be played in the exact order shown on the tournament schedule.
• Playing out of order is not allowed and may lead to disqualification.

Final

• The final will also be played as first to 3 legs, unless otherwise announced (e.g., first to 5)

Scoring

• Each match will use the Dartsmind automatic scoring.
• Incorrect autoscoring should be corrected and the mis-scored darts need to be shown to the other player.
• Any scoring disputes must be reported immediately
• No re-throws on a bounce out
• A completed leg cannot be replayed
• The tournament organization has the final say in all disputes

Mandatory Group Stage Matches

• All group stage matches must be completed; failure to complete all group stage games results in disqualification.
• Late arrival (after 19:45) for a scheduled group match = automatic loss of the match
• Failure to play a scheduled group match will result in disqualification from the knockout stage
• Repeated failure to show up on different evenings = ban from all future evening tournaments
• What qualifies as a valid reason (e.g. emergency, force majeure) is at the discretion of the tournament organizers

Quitting / Disconnects

• Players who quit during a match will be automatically disqualified. If this happens, contact @DDL admins straight away.

Chat Behaviour

• Do not turn the chat into a casual talk café.
• Please keep chat use to a minimum during the tournament.
• If you experience issues uploading your result, send a screenshot and tag @ddladmins in the chat.

Unsportsmanlike Conduct

• Any form of unsportsmanlike behaviour or negative attitude in the chat will not be tolerated.
• Players displaying such behaviour will be banned from future events.

Additional Notes

• In case of uncertainty or conflict, the tournament organizers have the final word
• By participating in the tournament, players fully accept and agree to these rules

Let's keep it fair, respectful, and competitive. Good luck to all players, and may the best darter win!