“Two steps forward and twenty steps backwards” – Gerwyn Price fumes on social media after Premier League setback

Frustration is clearly building for Gerwyn Price. After another difficult night in the Premier League Darts, the former world champion took to Instagram to vent his feelings—highlighting the sharp contrast between his struggles in this competition and his success elsewhere.

Success on the European Tour

Just last weekend, Price reminded everyone of his quality on the big stage. Competing in Sindelfingen, he lifted the European Darts Grand Prix 2026 title in style. With that win, the Welshman reached a major milestone, becoming only the second player in history to claim ten European Tour titles—further cementing his place among the elite.

However, that success couldn’t be more different from his recent performances in the Premier League. Over the last three league nights, Price has exited at the first hurdle each time. In Rotterdam, Luke Littler proved too strong. In Brighton, Josh Rock got the better of him. And in Liverpool, he was beaten by Gian van Veen—a result that appeared to hit particularly hard.

On stage, it was already evident that emotions were running high for “The Iceman.” While he tried to keep his composure, his frustration was difficult to hide. Not long after, he shared his thoughts publicly, posting on Instagram: “So frustrating. Two steps forward and twenty steps backwards after Premier League,” along with a series of angry emojis.

Respect for the fans

Despite his disappointment, Price still showed professionalism. He made sure to acknowledge the Liverpool crowd, thanking them for their support: “Support was great as always. Thank you so much.” It’s a reminder that, even in tough moments, he values the connection with fans.

Interestingly, even with these recent setbacks, Price remains third in the standings—largely thanks to his strong performances earlier in the season. Still, the gap to the leaders, Luke Littler and Jonny Clayton, is starting to widen. If he wants to stay firmly in the play-off race, he’ll need to turn things around quickly.

For Price, the solution may lie in rediscovering his mental rhythm on the Premier League stage. His form is clearly there—as proven by his recent title win—but translating that into consistent performances in this competition remains the challenge. Until then, frustration continues to be an opponent he can’t quite shake.