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ThePDC's Grand Slam of Darts: A Guide to theTournament and Its Competitors

What is the Grand Slam of Darts?

The Grand Slam of Darts is an annual darts tournament organised by the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC). It is one of the most prestigious events on the darts calendar, and features some of the best players in the world. The tournament is held over two weekends, with a field of 32 players competing for a share of the £500,000 prize pool.

History of the Grand Slam of Darts

The Grand Slam of Darts was first held in 2007. The inaugural tournament was won by Phil Taylor, who defeated James Wade in the final. Taylor has won the tournament a record six times, more than any other player.

Format of the Grand Slam of Darts

The Grand Slam of Darts is a knockout tournament. The 32 players are divided into eight groups of four. Each player plays the other three players in their group, with the top two players from each group advancing to the knockout stage. The knockout stage consists of four rounds: the last 16, the quarter-finals, the semi-finals, and the final. The final is played over the best of 31 legs.

Qualification for the Grand Slam of Darts

There are a number of ways to qualify for the Grand Slam of Darts. The top 16 players in the PDC Order of Merit automatically qualify. The remaining 16 places are awarded to players who have won certain tournaments throughout the year, or who have been given wild cards by the PDC.

The 2023 Grand Slam of Darts

The 2023 Grand Slam of Darts will be held from November 10-19 at the Aldersley Leisure Village in Wolverhampton, England. The tournament will feature some of the best players in the world, including Michael van Gerwen, Gerwyn Price, Peter Wright, and Jonny Clayton.

Contenders for the 2023 Title

There are a number of players who are in contention to win the 2023 Grand Slam of Darts. Michael van Gerwen is the world number one and the reigning champion, and he will be looking to win the tournament for the fifth time. Gerwyn Price is the world number two and has been in excellent form in recent months. Peter Wright is the world number three and has won the Grand Slam of Darts twice before. Jonny Clayton is the world number four and has been in impressive form in 2023.