
The draw has been released for the opening Players Championship tournament of the season which is due to take place on Saturday, February 5 in Barnsley.
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Most of the contingent of Tour Card holders both brand new and previous are involved in the opening weekend. This includes Michael van Gerwen, Jonny Clayton, Peter Wright and Gerwyn Price.
Also there will be a first look at the likes of Jules van Dongen, Cameron Menzies, Ross Montgomery, Nathan Rafferty, Connor Scutt and Josh Rock.
As well as welcome returns for Richie Burnett, Scott Waites, Darren Webster and James Wilson among others.
Play begins at 12pm GMT with two tournaments over this weekend. Prize money will stand at £75,000 for each tournament, with all won counting towards the PDC Order of Merits.
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