JAMES WADE did a FAKE HANDSHAKE in a hilarious moment before his UK Open semi-final with Gerwyn Price.

The oche good pals shared a funny exchange when The Iceman failed to greet in the traditional manner as their match was about to begin.

A darts player on a stage with two other men and sponsor logos.The hiarious moment involving Gerwyn Price and James WadeCredit: Refer to source James Wade celebrates winning his quarter-final match at the 2026 PDC Ladbrokes UK Open Darts Final.James Wade has reached the UK Open finalCredit: Shutterstock Editorial

Wade walked past the Welshman and did a handshake with himself, jokingly mocking the fact that Price had not seen him.

He then went back to his rival and finally got the handshake before the match started.

ITV commentator Dan Dawson said: “And there will be a handshake eventually.”

Former player Glen Durrant joked: “I thought you said they were good friends!”

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Almost exactly a year ago, Wade was involved in an odd incident when he appeared to lick neck on the same stage in the quarter-finals.

He also was unfairly accused by Madars Razma of failing to shake hands properly at the World Masters earlier this year.

Wade and shared a classic in the race for the final sharing 19 legs.

Wade came out on top 11-8 to book his spot in the showpiece.

That win over Price has

The winner will pocket the £120K top prize with the runner-up netting half.

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