Defending champion Aspinall could face Mansell in Leverkusen

The draw and schedule for the Elten Safety Shoes European Darts Open has been confirmed as defending champion Nathan Aspinall faces the prospect of either Mickey Mansell or Michael Smejda in Leverkusen.

The tenth European Tour event of 2026 will see 48 players battle for the £35,000 top prize at the Ostermann-Arena from July 10-12, with Dutch No 1 and 2 Gian van Veen and Michael van Gerwen also in action.