Littler vs Price Set for Thrilling World Grand Prix Quarter-Finals Showdown
Luke Littler Triumphs Over Mike De Decker to Set Up Exciting Quarter-Final with Gerwyn Price
Dominant Display by Littler in World Grand Prix Leicester Clash
Luke Littler delivered an impressive performance as he eliminated reigning champion Mike De Decker in a straightforward 3-0 victory during the BOYLE Sports World Grand Prix. The match, held on Day Four in Leicester, showcased Littler’s continued pursuit of the title following his record-breaking win against Gian van Veen.
Littler remained in control throughout the match, producing a breathtaking 170 checkout to secure his spot in the quarter-finals. Despite De Decker’s struggles to find his rhythm, Littler’s precise finishing with combinations of 66, 91, and 95 highlighted his command over the game.
Littler vs. Gerwyn Price: A Quarter-Final Showdown
Reflecting on his victory, Littler expressed satisfaction with his performance. “Mike definitely wasn’t at his best tonight, so I had to jump on it early on,” Littler noted. “Knocking out any reigning champion is a big achievement. Now it’s on to the quarter-finals. Hopefully, I can go all the way.”
His next opponent, 2020 champion Gerwyn Price, decisively defeated Josh Rock at the Mattioli Arena, winning eight consecutive legs with an average of over 100 in the last two sets. Price, confident yet cautious, stated, “I’m playing well. Luke is playing fantastic darts. I cannot take that away from him, but I’m here to win.”
Key Matches and Results from Leicester
The upcoming quarter-finals promise thrilling encounters, including:
- Luke Littler vs. Gerwyn Price
- Jonny Clayton vs. Dirk van Duijvenbode
- Luke Humphries vs. Cameron Menzies
- Danny Noppert vs. Gary Anderson
Clayton and Van Duijvenbode Make Their Mark
Jonny Clayton advanced to the quarter-finals with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Luke Woodhouse, demonstrating resolve despite a mid-game slump. “We both struggled at times. Luke gave me chances, and when that happens, you have to take them,” Clayton admitted.
Similarly, Dirk van Duijvenbode secured his place in the last eight by defeating 2017 champion Daryl Gurney in straight sets, averaging 96.4. Van Duijvenbode remarked on his win, “Usually when I play Daryl, he finds ways to beat me, but today was different. To hit that 12-darter to win made me very happy.”
Upcoming Quarter-Finals Schedule
| Date | Match |
|---|---|
| Friday October 10 | Danny Noppert vs. Gary Anderson |
| Friday October 10 | Dirk van Duijvenbode vs. Jonny Clayton |
| Friday October 10 | Luke Littler vs. Gerwyn Price |
| Friday October 10 | Luke Humphries vs. Cameron Menzies |
The BOYLE Sports World Grand Prix is being broadcast live on Sky Sports and through various international partners, ensuring fans worldwide can witness the thrilling encounters in Leicester. For updated match stats and results, visit Emegypt, your go-to source for the latest sports coverage.
