Gerwyn Price Aims Playful Dig at Luke Littler After European Darts Trophy Win
Gerwyn Price couldn’t resist taking a lighthearted jab at Luke Littler following his latest triumph at the European Darts Trophy in Germany.
The Welshman secured his spot in the last 16 with a 6-4 victory over Ryan Searle on Saturday night. Despite Searle boasting the higher three-dart average, Price’s sharp finishing made the difference, sealing the match with a 13-dart leg.
With a 60% checkout rate and two ton-plus finishes, Price extended his winning streak over Searle to six matches in a row—a statistic that reminded him of another dominant run.
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During his post-match interview with PDC TV, Price couldn’t resist poking fun at his impressive record against Littler.
“Six on the spin? Sure his name isn’t Luke?” Price quipped. “I’ve got good records against both Ryan and Luke. I just come up here and try to win my game, and I’m pleased with that tonight.”
Remarkably, Price has also beaten Littler six consecutive times, with the most recent victory coming on Premier League Night Six in Nottingham, where he defeated the teenage sensation 6-3 in the final.
The former world champion also got the better of Littler earlier in the season, claiming a 6-4 quarter-final win on Night Three in Dublin.
Price’s Huge Praise for Littler
Despite his unbeaten streak against Littler, Price remains full of admiration for the young star. Following his Nottingham victory, the Welshman made a bold prediction about Littler’s future in darts.
“He’s the best player in the world, and he’s going to be for many years,” Price said. “I think he will beat Phil Taylor’s record of 16 world titles. There’s nobody in the PDC right now that can stop him—only the younger generation coming through might have a chance. But we can’t stop him; he will only get better and better.”
What’s Next for Price?
Price will now face Wessel Nijman in the third round of the European Darts Trophy. The Dutchman has been pushed to deciding legs in both of his matches so far, including a win over tenth seed Danny Noppert.
Will Price extend his winning streak and continue his impressive run in Germany? Stay tuned for more darts action!
