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Grand Slam of Darts 2026 — Odds, Facts & Betting Guide
Expected November 2026 · Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom
Exact dates have not yet been confirmed by the organisers. This page will be updated as soon as they are.
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The Grand Slam of Darts is one of the PDC's biggest televised events, traditionally held in Wolverhampton each November and famous for its group-stage format that pits the world's best against each other from day one. The 2026 edition is expected in November and expands to a 48-player field for the first time.
Luke Littler is the defending champion after winning in 2025. The unique round-robin group stage and best-of format make it a heavily bet tournament in the run-up to the World Championship.
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Grand Slam of Darts: fast facts
- The Grand Slam of Darts is staged in Wolverhampton each November.
- The 2026 edition expands to a 48-player field for the first time, up from 32.
- It is unique among major darts events for its round-robin group stage.
- Luke Littler is the defending champion after winning the 2025 final.
- The 2025 prize fund was £650,000, with £150,000 to the winner.
- The event originally included BDO players, making it a true cross-code 'grand slam' in its early years.
Past winners
| Year | Winner | Key detail |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Luke Littler | Added the Grand Slam to his growing list of major titles |
| 2024 | Luke Humphries | World number one took the Grand Slam crown |
| 2023 | Luke Humphries | Part of his run to the top of the rankings |
| 2022 | Michael Smith | Won in Wolverhampton |
| 2021 | Gerwyn Price | Home-nation favourite triumphed |
| 2020 | José de Sousa | Breakthrough major win |
| 2019 | Gerwyn Price | Second Grand Slam title |
| 2018 | Gerwyn Price | First Grand Slam title |
| 2017 | Michael van Gerwen | Dominant Grand Slam win |
| 2016 | Michael van Gerwen | Retained his title |
How to bet on Grand Slam of Darts
Darts is one of Britain's most popular betting sports, and the Grand Slam's group format adds an extra layer: group-qualification markets sit alongside the outright, and the early clash of top players makes for unpredictable opening rounds.
Match betting and correct-score (in legs) are the core markets once knockout play begins, with averages and checkout stats providing reliable form guides. Most-180s and highest-checkout markets run across the tournament.
With a packed schedule across nine days, the discipline is volume rather than stake size. Pick the markets you have a genuine read on, pace your betting, and set a budget for the whole event in advance.
Popular markets
- Outright winner
- Match winner
- Group qualification
- Correct score (legs)
- Most 180s
- Highest checkout
- Each-way
Grand Slam of Darts 2026: your questions answered
When is the Grand Slam of Darts 2026?
The 2026 Grand Slam of Darts is expected in November in Wolverhampton. Exact dates will be confirmed by the PDC and this page updated.
Who won the Grand Slam of Darts in 2025?
Luke Littler won the 2025 Grand Slam of Darts, adding to his collection of major titles.
What is different about the Grand Slam of Darts?
It is the only major PDC event with a round-robin group stage, so the best players face each other from the opening day rather than only in the knockout rounds.
How many players are in the 2026 Grand Slam?
The field expands to 48 players for the first time in 2026, up from 32.
Where is the Grand Slam of Darts held?
In Wolverhampton, England, its traditional home.