Beau Greaves Faces Darryl Pilgrim; Luke Littler Defends Minehead Title at UK Open 2026
In an exciting lead-up to the UK Open 2026, a notable match has been set. Beau Greaves is scheduled to face Darryl Pilgrim in the opening round. This tournament will take place from March 6-8 at Butlin’s Minehead Resort, featuring a competitive roster of 160 players.
Key Matchups to Look Out For
Greaves’ match against Pilgrim is one of the highlights, but several other key competitions will occur. Among them is Kyle Gilding, who will compete against Sam Spivey, while Charlie Manby is set to face Swiss No. 1, Stefan Bellmont.
Defending Champion Returns
Luke Littler, the reigning champion, enters the tournament alongside world No. 1 Luke Humphries. Both will commence their challenges in round four on Friday evening, alongside former champions like Michael van Gerwen and Gary Anderson.
Former Champions and Rising Stars
- Phil Taylor, Peter Wright, and Gerwyn Price: Notable players in the tournament with significant experience.
- Former world champion: Wright will compete in round three against either Darius Labanauskas or Maximilian Czerwinski.
- Aden Kirk: The amateur qualifier famously defeated top players in 2014 and returns to face Mervyn King.
Exciting Matches Ahead
Additions to the lineup also include Ricky Evans against Brendan Dolan and Joe Cullen facing either Cam Crabtree, Pascal Rupprecht, or Jenson Walker.
Schedule for the Opening Rounds
The tournament kicks off with a robust schedule:
| Date | Time (GMT) | Match |
|---|---|---|
| March 6 | 11:00 | Round One: Stefan Bellmont vs. Charlie Manby |
| March 6 | 11:00 | Round One: Sam Spivey vs. Kyle Gilding |
| March 6 | 12:00 | Round Two: Darryl Pilgrim vs. Beau Greaves |
Looking Ahead
As the tournament progresses, an open draw will occur live on the Main Stage following round three. Fans can expect thrilling matches as the competition unfolds.
Stay tuned for updates and highlights from the UK Open 2026 here at Filmogaz.com. Who will claim the title this year? With such an impressive lineup, it promises to be an exciting event.
