Michael van Gerwen vs Henry Coates Preview & Prediction | 2026 Grand Slam of Darts | Group Stage

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There is some pressure on three-time champion Michael van Gerwen's shoulders ahead of his group stage contest against debutant Henry Coates.

Start date/time: 14 November 2026 at 8:45 pm

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Michael van Gerwen vs Henry Coates prediction

Michael van Gerwen won this title three years in a row in the middle of the last decade, but that seems a long time ago now for the Dutchman, who is the tenth seed heading into Wolverhampton.

MVG has a big few months ahead of him and there is a very real chance that he could fall outside the world's top 16 if his results don't improve.

Henry Coates became only the fifth player to win a PDC ranking title without a Tour Card when he lifted the PC25 trophy in July, and this will be his first real test on the big stage in the PDC.

And what an occasion it is for the 20-year-old. With MVG lacking in confidence, this one could go to the wire.

Michael van Gerwen vs Henry Coates tip: Over 7.5 legs