…Researched and contributed by Larry John.
Gerwyn Price, the former world champion, recently replaced Michael van Gerwen as the leader of the Premier League table by reaching the final in Rotterdam, where he lost to Nathan Aspinall.
Despite beating Michael Smith and Jonny Clayton in the quarter and semi-finals with an average of over 100 in both matches, Price was visibly unhappy and distracted during the game, shaking his head and muttering to himself.
The Sky Sports commentators, Dan Dawson and Wayne Mardle, were puzzled by Price’s behavior, suggesting a draft on stage or distractions in the crowd may have upset him.
Price complained on Instagram after the game, stating that he was unhappy with the conditions, despite the great crowd, and that he will learn from the experience.
He also mentioned that he is mathematically qualified for the playoffs.
Aspinall won the game and secured his first nightly win of the season, replacing Smith in the top four.
Commentary:
The Premier League darts night in Rotterdam was an eventful one, with Gerwyn Price emerging as the new leader of the Premier League table.
Despite his victory over Michael Smith and Jonny Clayton, Price’s behavior during the game drew criticism from the commentators, who speculated that he was upset due to distractions on stage or in the crowd.
Price took to social media after the game to express his frustration with the conditions, although he also expressed relief that he had secured his place in the playoffs.
Nathan Aspinall’s victory over Price was the highlight of the night, as he secured his first nightly win of the season and replaced Smith in the top four.