Gerwyn Price Claims 10th European Title with Victory over Ross Smith at European Darts Grand Prix

Gerwyn Price made history by becoming the second player to win 10 European titles, joining Michael van Gerwen at the top, after defeating Ross Smith 8-6 at the European Darts Grand Prix in Sindelfingen, Germany. The victory marked Price's 10th European title, solidifying his position as one of the greatest darts players of all time. The match was closely contested, with both players exchanging breaks, but Price's crucial break in the 11th leg proved to be the turning point. Price's win was a moment of heartbreak for Smith, who had reached his fourth Euro Tour final but suffered another defeat. The Welshman's victory has given him a confidence boost ahead of his upcoming match against Gian van Veen in the Premier League Darts. Price reflected on his win, saying, 'I think me and Ross probably both tried a bit too hard in that game. We have both had great tournaments, and I was just struggling to get over the winning line.' The European Darts Grand Prix saw several thrilling matches, including Price's 7-4 win over Wessel Nijman in the semifinals, where both players showcased their exceptional skills. Smith had booked his spot in the final with a 7-5 win over Krzysztof Ratajski, who struggled with his doubling. The tournament also saw notable wins from Nijman, who defeated Michael van Gerwen, and Ratajski, who held his nerve to beat Danny Noppert in a tense quarterfinal match.