1997 World Matchplay
The 1997 Webster's World Matchplay was the fourth time the World Matchplay darts tournament had been held in the Empress Ballroom at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool between 28 July–2 August 1997.
This was brewery Samuel Webster's third and final year as tournament sponsor. The tournament was won by Phil Taylor.The prize fund was £46,000.Seeds
Results
Last 32
Third place playoff ' Rod Harrington''' 11–10 Richie Burnett
