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James Wade Walk-On Song

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I'm Still Standing — Elton John

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🇬🇧 England 🎂 6 April 1983 (42) 📈 Ranking: #8 🏆 Major titles: 13

James Wade's walk-on music is "I'm Still Standing" by Elton John. This entrance song is used at PDC events.

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Who is James Wade?

James Wade is a England darts player, currently ranked #8 in the PDC order of merit. Known as "The Machine", James Wade's walk-on music is "I'm Still Standing" by Elton John.

This darts entrance song helps define player identity and crowd atmosphere before the first throw.

Player Details

Current Ranking
#8
Nickname
The Machine
Nationality
🇬🇧 England
Born
6 April 1983
Prize Money (Order of Merit - 2 Years)
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Walk-On Song
I'm Still Standing - Elton John

Player Equipment

Unicorn James Wade - Noir 90 Percent Tungsten Steel Tip Dart product

Darts setup

Unicorn Steel Tip Darts

Brand
Unicorn
Weight
20g
Product
Unicorn James Wade - Noir 90 Percent Tungsten Steel Tip Dart

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Palmares James Wade

Official PDC data · Updated3 Mar 2026

3Premier League
  • 2022Cazoo Premier League - Night 12

    28 Apr 2022 · Season 2022

  • 2022Cazoo Premier League - Night 10

    14 Apr 2022 · Season 2022

  • 2009Premier League - PLAY OFFS

    25 May 2009 · Season 2009

10Majors
  • 2021Ladbrokes UK Open

    5 Mar 2021 · Season 2021

  • 2018European Championship

    25 Oct 2018 · Season 2018

  • 2014The Masters

    1 Nov 2014 · Season 2014

  • 2011UK Open Finals

    2 Jun 2011 · Season 2011

  • 2010World Grand Prix

    4 Oct 2010 · Season 2010

  • 2008UK Open Finals

    5 Jun 2008 · Season 2008

  • 2007World Grand Prix

    8 Oct 2007 · Season 2007

  • 2007UK Open - Welsh Regional Final

    23 Sept 2007 · Season 2007

  • 2007World Matchplay

    22 Jul 2007 · Season 2007

  • 2007UK Open - North West Regional Final

    18 Mar 2007 · Season 2007

24Pro Tour
  • 2026Players Championship 1

    9 Feb 2026 · Season 2026

  • 2025Players Championship 19

    19 Jun 2025 · Season 2025

  • 2022Players Championship 30

    5 Nov 2022 · Season 2022

  • 2019Players Championship 24

    11 Sept 2019 · Season 2019

  • 2019Players Championship 18

    23 Jun 2019 · Season 2019

  • 2019Players Championship 12

    14 Apr 2019 · Season 2019

  • 2019Players Championship 11

    13 Apr 2019 · Season 2019

  • 2019Players Championship 9

    6 Apr 2019 · Season 2019

  • 2016European Tour 4 - European Darts Matchplay

    13 May 2016 · Season 2016

  • 2015Players Championship 13

    4 Jul 2015 · Season 2015

  • 2015Players Championship 2

    15 Mar 2015 · Season 2015

  • 2014Players Championship 17

    18 Oct 2014 · Season 2014

  • 2014European Tour 5 - Gibraltar Darts Trophy

    27 Jun 2014 · Season 2014

  • 2011Players Championship 26

    29 Oct 2011 · Season 2011

  • 2011Players Championship 24

    22 Oct 2011 · Season 2011

  • 2010Players Championship 27

    18 Sept 2010 · Season 2010

  • 2010UK Open - Qualifier 8

    9 May 2010 · Season 2010

  • 2009Players Championship 29 - Nuland

    25 Oct 2009 · Season 2009

  • 2009Players Championship 13 - East Midlands

    18 Apr 2009 · Season 2009

  • 2009UK Open - Qualifier 3 - North West

    15 Mar 2009 · Season 2009

  • 2008Players Championship 31 - Holland

    9 Nov 2008 · Season 2008

  • 2008Players Championship 27 - Scotland

    19 Oct 2008 · Season 2008

  • 2008Players Championship 2 - Gibraltar

    20 Jan 2008 · Season 2008

  • 2007UK Open - Scotland Qualifier

    21 Oct 2007 · Season 2007

1World Series of Darts
  • 2018World Series of Darts Finals

    2 Nov 2018 · Season 2018

5Alternative Circuits
  • 2020Summer Series Day 4 ( PC12 )

    11 Jul 2020 · Season 2020

  • 2010Championship League Darts - PLAY OFFS

    14 Oct 2010 · Season 2010

  • 2010Championship League Darts - 4

    21 Sept 2010 · Season 2010

  • 2009Championship League Darts - 1

    15 Sept 2009 · Season 2009

  • 2006Vauxhall Autumn Open

    18 Nov 2006 · Season 2006

Questions About James Wade

What makes James Wade a regular top-level contender?

James Wade stays in the top-tier conversation through reliable week-to-week output. The key traits are controlled scoring phases, efficient setup darts, and enough finishing stability to keep close matches under control late in legs.

James Wade competes under the nickname "The Machine", that repeatability matters more than occasional peak sessions, because ranking strength is built across many events. James Wade is currently ranked #8, which supports the idea that the performance level is sustained across events, not driven by one isolated run. It reflects a professional profile based on consistency rather than volatility.

What are James Wade's strongest technical patterns over a full match?

Across full matches, James Wade tends to rely on a repeatable scoring foundation with controlled doubles under televised pressure. That structure supports better control of medium-pressure legs where one unstable visit can flip momentum and change match flow quickly.

At 42, technical strength is tied to phase management: keeping scoring stable in the middle leg window, then improving checkout selection as pressure rises. At #8, the next step is protecting elite-week consistency while converting more semi-final and final opportunities. This is the pattern usually associated with durable top-16 profiles.

How does James Wade perform in pressure moments?

Pressure performance is less about dramatic shots and more about repeatable choices in decisive visits. James Wade generally handles those moments through compact routines, measured pace, and pragmatic target selection when margins are tight.

James Wade is currently ranked #8, which supports the idea that the performance level is sustained across events, not driven by one isolated run. The competitive upside now depends on converting a slightly higher share of late-leg doubles, because that small edge often separates regular contenders from consistent major finalists.

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