Wollongong, Australia – Gerwyn Price delivered a masterclass performance to secure his second World Series of Darts title of the year, defeating Luke Littler 8-1 in a spectacular final at the Australian Darts Masters on Saturday.
Price, who has been in sensational form throughout 2024, stormed through the final with precision and power, leaving his young opponent with little room to maneuver. This victory adds another prestigious title to Price’s growing collection and solidifies his position as one of the top contenders in the sport.
The final was expected to be a closely contested battle, but Price had other plans. He took control from the outset, winning leg after leg with clinical finishing and relentless scoring. Littler, who had shown immense promise in his previous matches, struggled to find his rhythm against the relentless pressure from Price.
Road to the Final
The quarter-finals saw some thrilling encounters, with Luke Littler edging out Michael Smith 6-4 in a tightly contested match. Dimitri Van den Bergh secured a 6-2 victory over Luke Humphries, while Peter Wright and Gerwyn Price both battled through tough matches, winning 6-4 against Rob Cross and Damon Heta, respectively.
In the semi-finals, Littler showed his fighting spirit by narrowly defeating Dimitri Van den Bergh 7-6 in a match that went down to the wire. Gerwyn Price faced a similarly tough challenge against Peter Wright but managed to come out on top with a 7-6 victory, setting the stage for the final showdown.
The Final Showdown
In the final, Price’s experience and composure shone through as he outclassed Littler in every aspect of the game. Littler, who had performed admirably throughout the tournament, couldn’t find the form that had taken him to the final, allowing Price to claim a resounding 8-1 victory.
This victory not only marks Price’s second World Series title of the year but also cements his status as a dominant force in the world of darts. With several major tournaments still to come in 2024, Price will be looking to build on this momentum as he eyes further success.
Quarter-Finals
- Luke Littler 6-4 Michael Smith
- Dimitri Van den Bergh 6-2 Luke Humphries
- Peter Wright 6-4 Rob Cross
- Gerwyn Price 6-4 Damon Heta
Semi-Finals
- Luke Littler 7-6 Dimitri Van den Bergh
- Gerwyn Price 7-6 Peter Wright
Final
- Gerwyn Price 8-1 Luke Littler
