Dramatic Grand Slam of Darts: Michael van Gerwen Edges Out Beau Greaves, Luke Littler and Luke Humphries Begin Strong
The Grand Slam of Darts witnessed intense competition as Michael van Gerwen edged out Beau Greaves in a thrilling match. The event took place at WV Active Aldersley in Wolverhampton, where all 32 players participated in the opening day of the round-robin group stage.
Dramatic Matches Highlight the Grand Slam of Darts
In a nail-biting encounter, van Gerwen, a three-time Grand Slam champion, faced Greaves, who almost pulled off a significant upset. Greaves capitalized on van Gerwen’s early struggles, initially taking the lead. The match saw impressive scoring from both players, with Greaves achieving a high 101.47 average and three 180s.
Key Highlights of van Gerwen vs. Greaves
- Greaves held the opening leg against van Gerwen.
- Van Gerwen came back to lead 4-2 after winning a crucial leg.
- The match went into a decider after Greaves shot a 13-dart hold.
- Van Gerwen secured victory with a dramatic finish on D3.
Greaves now faces the challenge of advancing to the knockout stage for the first time, while Niko Springer currently leads their group after defeating Gary Anderson 5-3.
Strong Starts from Luke Littler and Luke Humphries
Luke Littler and Luke Humphries also began their campaigns strongly. Littler, defending his title and aiming for the world No. 1 spot, convincingly defeated Karel Sedlacek 5-1. His display included fantastic setup play and an average of 98.
On the other hand, Humphries celebrated a comfortable victory against Alex Spellman. He won in straight legs, showcasing a 13-dart break that set the tone for his performance.
Group Performances
- Humphries leads Group A, outpacing Michael Smith, who defeated Nathan Aspinall 5-3.
- Connor Scutt narrowly beat Daryl Gurney after surviving a match dart, concluding the match in a dramatic final leg.
- Luke Woodhouse achieved a 5-2 victory over Martin Schindler with a remarkable 120 finish.
- Alexis Toylo eliminated Stephen Bunting in a surprising final-leg defeat.
The competition promises more excitement as the players regroup for the next round of matches. The Grand Slam of Darts continues to draw attention, showcasing high levels of skill and drama.
For live coverage, fans can tune in on Sky Sports, with events continuing throughout the week.
