The Grand Slam of Darts 2024 is one of the most anticipated tournaments on the darts calendar! As reigning champion Luke Humphries sets out to defend his title in Wolverhampton, fans and players alike look forward to another thrilling competition. Here’s your complete guide, covering dates, venue, prize structure, player lineup, and the format breakdown.
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When and Where is the 2024 Grand Slam of Darts?
The Grand Slam of Darts returns from Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 17, just before the World Darts Championship. This year’s tournament will take place at the WV Active Aldersley in Wolverhampton, promising intense matchups and enthusiastic crowds in one of the year’s final major tournaments.
Where to watch the 2024 Grand Slam of Darts?
The tournament will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK, through the PDC’s worldwide broadcast partners, including DAZN and Viaplay, and on PDCTV (excluding subscribers based in the UK, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland).
Full List of channels:
Sky Sports – UK & Ireland
DAZN – Germany, Austria & Switzerland
DAZN – USA/Brazil
DAZN – Japan
DAZN – Spain
Fox – Australia
Sky – New Zealand
Viaplay – Netherlands
Viaplay – Baltics
Viaplay – Iceland
Viaplay – Poland
Viaplay – Scandinavia
VTM – Belgium
CET 21 (Nova) – Czech Republic & Slovakia
Prago Sport – Hungary
Setanta – Philippines
Grand Slam of Darts 2024 Draw
| Group A | Group B | Group C | Group D |
|---|---|---|---|
| (1) Luke Humphries | (8) Danny Noppert | (4) Rob Cross | (5) Dave Chisnall |
| James Wade | Martin Schindler | Peter Wright | Ross Smith |
| Mickey Mansell | Cameron Menzies | Martin Lukeman | Ritchie Edhouse |
| Rowby-John Rodriguez | Beau Greaves | Leonard Gates | Connor Scutt |
| Group E | Group F | Group G | Group H |
|---|---|---|---|
| (2) Michael Smith | (7) Dimitri Van den Bergh | (3) Michael van Gerwen | (6) Stephen Bunting |
| Mike De Decker | Luke Littler | Gary Anderson | Josh Rock |
| Jermaine Wattimena | Keane Barry | Ryan Joyce | Gian van Veen |
| Mensur Suljovic | Lourence Ilagan | Noa-Lynn van Leuven | Wessel Nijman |
Grand Slam of Darts 2024 Schedule Of Play
The Grand Slam of Darts 2024 kicks off on Saturday with a double match session, meaning two blocks of games will be held throughout the day.
Saturday, November 9
| Afternoon Session (1300-1700 GMT) | Group |
|---|---|
| Stephen Bunting vs. Wessel Nijman | H |
| Josh Rock vs. Gian van Veen | H |
| Dave Chisnall vs. Connor Scutt | D |
| Danny Noppert vs. Beau Greaves | B |
| Martin Schindler vs. Cameron Menzies | B |
| Rob Cross vs. Leonard Gates | C |
| Peter Wright vs. Martin Lukeman | C |
| Ross Smith vs. Ritchie Edhouse | D |
| Evening Session (1900-2300 GMT) | Group |
|---|---|
| James Wade vs. Mickey Mansell | A |
| Gary Anderson vs. Ryan Joyce | G |
| Dimitri Van den Bergh vs. Lourence Ilagan | F |
| Michael Smith vs. Mensur Suljovic | E |
| Michael van Gerwen vs. Noa-Lynn van Leuven | G |
| Luke Littler vs. Keane Barry | F |
| Luke Humphries vs. Rowby-John Rodriguez | A |
| Mike De Decker vs. Jermaine Wattimena | E |
Sunday, November 10
| Afternoon Session (1300 GMT) |
|---|
| Group Stage x8 – Groups B, C, D, H Second Matches |
| Saturday’s winning players in each group meet, and Saturday’s losing players in each group meet. |
| Evening Session (1900 GMT) |
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| Group Stage x8 – Groups A, E, F, G Second Matches |
| Saturday’s winning players in each group meet, and Saturday’s losing players in each group meet. |
Monday, November 11
| Session (1900 GMT) |
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| Group Stage x8 – Groups A-D Final Matches |
Tuesday, November 12
| Session (1900 GMT) |
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| Group Stage x8 – Groups E-H Final Matches |
Wednesday, November 13
| Session (1900 GMT) |
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| 4x Second Round |
Thursday, November 14
| Session (1900 GMT) |
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| 4x Second Round |
Friday, November 15
| Session (1900 GMT) |
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| 2x Quarter-Finals |
Saturday, November 16
| Session (1900 GMT) |
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| 2x Quarter-Finals |
Sunday, November 17
| Afternoon Session (1300 GMT) |
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| Semi-Finals |
| Evening Session (1930 GMT) |
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| Final |
Grand Slam of Darts 2024 Prize Money
This year’s Grand Slam prize pool stands at a substantial £650,000, distributed among 32 competitors. Here’s how the payouts stack up:
- Champion: £150,000
- Runner-up: £70,000
- Semi-finalists: £50,000 each
- Quarter-finalists: £25,000 each
- Last 16: £12,250 each
- Group Stage (3rd place): £8,000 each
- Group Stage (4th place): £5,000 each
- Group Stage Winner’s Bonus: Additional £3,500 for group winners
With a sizable prize and the prestigious Eric Bristow Trophy, the 2024 Grand Slam of Darts offers plenty of motivation for the world’s top players.
Previous Grand Slam of Darts Champions
Since its inception in 2007, the Grand Slam has seen just eight champions. Phil Taylor holds the record for most Grand Slam titles, while Gerwyn Price and Michael van Gerwen trail with three wins each. Here’s a rundown of previous winners:
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2007 | Phil Taylor |
| 2008 | Phil Taylor |
| 2009 | Phil Taylor |
| 2010 | Scott Waites |
| 2011 | Phil Taylor |
| 2012 | Raymond van Barneveld |
| 2013 | Phil Taylor |
| 2014 | Phil Taylor |
| 2015 | Michael van Gerwen |
| 2016 | Michael van Gerwen |
| 2017 | Michael van Gerwen |
| 2018 | Gerwyn Price |
| 2019 | Gerwyn Price |
| 2020 | Jose de Sousa |
| 2021 | Gerwyn Price |
| 2022 | Michael Smith |
| 2023 | Luke Humphries |
Nation Totals:
- England: 4 winners
- Netherlands: 2 winners
- Wales and Portugal: 1 winner each
Format of the Grand Slam of Darts 2024
The Grand Slam of Darts opens with a group stage where players compete in a best-of-nine legs format, with winners earning two points per match. As players progress, the format intensifies:
- Second Round: Best of 19 legs
- Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and Final: Best of 31 legs
Group Stage Tiebreakers
In the event of a tie during the group stage, the following tiebreakers will apply:
- Two-Way Tie: Leg difference, followed by the head-to-head result
- Three-Way Tie: Leg difference, legs won, legs won against throw, tournament average, and, if still tied, a nine-dart shootout to separate players
If a nine-dart shootout remains tied, players will continue throwing three darts each in a predetermined order until one player scores higher.
Knockout Stage Matchups
The knockout stage will be determined based on group standings:
- Winner Group A vs. Runner-up Group B
- Winner Group B vs. Runner-up Group A
- …and so forth for Groups A through H, setting the stage for the season’s most thrilling darts matches.
Grand Slam of Darts Stats
The Grand Slam of Darts has delivered some of the sport’s most electrifying moments, from thrilling nine-dart finishes to record-breaking averages. With players like Phil Taylor, Michael van Gerwen, and Gary Anderson dominating the stage, this tournament showcases top performances and unforgettable achievements year after year.
Here, we break down everything you need to know: nine-dart finish records, high-average milestones, and the players who consistently bring their A-game to one of the Darts most prestigious events.
source: Wikipedia
Grand Slam of Darts: Historic Nine-Dart Finishes
Six players have accomplished nine-dart finishes at the Grand Slam of Darts, making each instance a momentous event in the tournament’s history. Here’s a closer look at these impressive performances:
| Player | Year (+ Round) | Nine-Dart Method | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Wade | 2008, 2nd Round | 3 x T20; 3 x T20; T20, T19, D12 | Gary Anderson | Lost |
| Kim Huybrechts | 2014, Quarter-Final | 3 x T20; 3 x T20; T20, T19, D12 | Michael van Gerwen | Won |
| Dave Chisnall | 2015, Group Stage | 3 x T20; 3 x T20; T20, T19, D12 | Peter Wright | Won |
| Dimitri Van den Bergh | 2018, 2nd Round | 3 x T20; 3 x T20; T20, T19, D12 | Stephen Bunting | Won |
| Josh Rock | 2022, 2nd Round | 3 x T20; 3 x T20; T20, T19, D12 | Michael van Gerwen | Lost |
| Ryan Searle | 2023, Group Stage | 3 x T20; 3 x T20; T20, T19, D12 | Nathan Rafferty | Won |
Highest Match Averages in Grand Slam of Darts History
Here are the top single-match averages recorded in the Grand Slam of Darts, showcasing the exceptional skill and consistency of the tournament’s best players:
| Average | Player | Year (+ Round) | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115.19 | Michael van Gerwen | 2021, Group | Joe Cullen | 5–2 |
| 114.85 | Dimitri Van den Bergh | 2020, Group | Ricky Evans | 5–1 |
| 114.65 | Phil Taylor | 2014, Group | Christian Kist | 5–1 |
| 113.86 | Geert De Vos | 2015, Group | Jonny Clayton | 5–0 |
| 113.62 | Michael Smith | 2019, Group | Nathan Aspinall | 5–1 |
Top Losing Averages in the Grand Slam of Darts
Here’s a list of the top five highest averages posted by players who ultimately lost their matches—a testament to the high competition level:
| Average | Player | Year (+ Round) | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110.99 | Adrian Lewis | 2013, Semi-Final | Phil Taylor | 9–16 |
| 108.68 | Adrian Lewis | 2016, Group | Chris Dobey | 3–5 |
| 107.92 | Michael van Gerwen | 2018, Group | Jonny Clayton | 4–5 |
| 106.70 | Stephen Bunting | 2021, Group | Ryan Joyce | 4–5 |
| 106.50 | Kim Huybrechts | 2015, Group | Michael van Gerwen | 1–5 |
Players with 100+ Match Averages at the Grand Slam of Darts
Many players have consistently achieved averages over 100 in their Grand Slam appearances. Below are the top achievers:
| Player | Total Matches with 100+ Avg | Highest Average | Year (+ Round) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phil Taylor | 45 | 114.65 | 2014, Group Stage |
| Michael van Gerwen | 44 | 115.19 | 2021, Group Stage |
| Gary Anderson | 32 | 112.54 | 2018, Group Stage |
| Gerwyn Price | 17 | 112.30 | 2023, Group Stage |
| Michael Smith | 16 | 113.62 | 2019, Group Stage |
| James Wade | 15 | 111.71 | 2021, Group Stage |
| Peter Wright | 15 | 107.36 | 2016, Group Stage |
Record-Breaking Tournament Averages in Grand Slam of Darts
These five tournaments stand out as the highest average performances by players throughout the Grand Slam of Darts’ history:
| Average | Player | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 105.42 | Michael van Gerwen | 2015 |
| 105.12 | Michael van Gerwen | 2017 |
| 104.91 | Phil Taylor | 2014 |
| 104.89 | Gary Anderson | 2013 |
| 104.20 | Phil Taylor | 2013 |
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