Price beats Smith to reach Matchplay semi-finals
Gerwyn Price produces a clinical display to beat Ross Smith 16-12 in the World Matchplay quarter-finals, setting up a last-four meeting with Gian van Veen.
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"Ross played a decent game as well, so it's nice to play well when someone is playing well. It gives you a bit of confidence going into the next round."
— Gerwyn Price , Athlete
"It was a tight battle, but I'm glad I got the job done. I was so lucky James wasn't scoring as well and my finishing got me through. Hopefully in the semis I will be a lot better."
— Gian van Veen , Athlete
Key People
Dirk van Duijvenbode is a Dutch professional darts player.
Gerwyn Price is a Welsh professional darts player known for his competitive spirit and success.
Gian van Veen is a young Dutch darts player gaining recognition in the PDC circuit.
James Wade is an English darts player and one of the prominent figures in the sport.
Luke Littler is a young and talented darts player known for his achievements in recent tournaments.
WFP director of emergency preparedness and response.
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Gerwyn Price produces a clinical display to beat Ross Smith 16-12 in the World Matchplay quarter-finals, setting up a last-four meeting with Gian van Veen.
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