James Wade vs Cameron Crabtree Preview & Prediction | 2026 Grand Slam of Darts | Group Stage

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Three-time Grand Slam of Darts runner-up James Wade begins his campaign against up-and-coming thrower Cam Crabtree.

Start date/time: 14 November 2026 at 7:45 pm

How to watch on TV & online: UK – Sky Sports & Sky Go / USA – ESPN+

James Wade vs Cameron Crabtree prediction

Veteran thrower James Wade is making his 19th Grand Slam appearance and remains one of the leading names heading into any tournament.

The Machine has had a fine 2026, reaching the UK Open final and the World Grand Prix semi-finals and winning his first European Tour title in ten years. He did, however, lose his opening match at the recent European Championship to Damon Heta.

Crabtree returns to Wolverhampton after his debut last year and is in the final of the World Youth Championship later this month, so his clearly heading in the right direction.

Wade is a three-time runner-up at this event and knows how to navigate these early rounds. Crabtree has actually won both previous meetings with Wade, but those came in floor events and we think the Machine takes this one on the TV stage.

James Wade vs Cam Crabtree betting tip: James Wade to win