Wesley Plaisier has caused a major upset at the World Darts Championship by defeating Gerwyn Price in the second round. The Dutch player delivered a standout performance at Alexandra Palace, surpassing his previous tournament records.
Prior to this match, Plaisier had never advanced beyond the second round at Alexandra Palace, making his victory over the highly favored Price even more remarkable. Plaisier demonstrated exceptional composure, hitting nine out of 16 double attempts, while Price struggled to secure only four legs throughout the game.
Plaisier dominated the match, not allowing the 2021 World Champion, Gerwyn Price, to win a single set. Price’s unexpected defeat has paved the way for Luke Littler, who was set to face Price in the quarter-finals.
With several seeded players already eliminated in the second round, including Joe Cullen, Chris Dobey, and Ryan Joyce, Price, seeded ninth, joins the list of top players exiting the tournament early.
Despite Price being the anticipated winner, Plaisier took control from the start, showcasing his skills with a remarkable 130 checkout finishing on the bullseye. Price’s best efforts came in the final set, where he displayed high-level performance but fell short against Plaisier’s consistent play.
The match took an interesting turn as the crowd, typically neutral, began to cheer for Price, influencing the atmosphere. However, Plaisier maintained his focus and capitalized on Price’s missed opportunities, ultimately securing victory in the third set.
Looking ahead, Luke Littler faces a challenging matchup against Welsh player David Davies in the next round, with the potential to advance further and potentially face Mensur Suljovic.
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