Gerwyn Price suffered a defeat in the second round of the World Darts Championship at the hands of Wesley Plaisier. The Welsh player was outperformed by the Dutch opponent, who delivered an outstanding performance at Alexandra Palace.
Despite Plaisier’s lack of previous success beyond the second round at Alexandra Palace, he remained composed and precise in his match against Price, converting nine out of 16 attempts at a double. In contrast, Price struggled to secure only four legs throughout the entire game.
Plaisier maintained relentless pressure on Price, preventing the 2021 World Champion from winning even a single set. Price’s unexpected loss created an opportunity for Luke Littler, who was set to face Price in the quarter-finals.
The elimination of seeded players like Joe Cullen, Chris Dobey, and Ryan Joyce in the second round further heightened the significance of Price’s defeat as the No. 9 seed. Plaisier’s remarkable performance, including a remarkable 130 checkout early in the match, shattered expectations of Price’s victory.
Despite Price’s strong effort in the final set with a high average and successful attempts at a double, Plaisier continued to excel, ultimately securing victory. The crowd, surprisingly supportive of Price, briefly shifted its allegiance during the match.
Looking ahead, Littler faces a challenge against Welsh player David Davies in the next round, with the potential of a matchup against Mensur Suljovic if successful. The PDC World Darts Championship commenced on December 11, with exclusive live coverage available through Sky’s Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle.