Luke Humphries has made it clear that his historic achievement of reaching a fourth consecutive World Grand Prix final will amount to nothing unless he can finally overcome Gerwyn Price in Leicester. By beating James Wade 5-3, Humphries became the first player ever to line up in the final of this double‑in event for four years running, securing his place on Sunday’s marquee stage at the Mattioli Arena. Last year, the "Cool Hand" was runner‑up to teenage sensation Luke Littler after a 6-1 drubbing, and he suffered a surprising 6-4 defeat to Mike de Decker in the 2024 edition.

This time around, Humphries is hoping to repeat the triumph he enjoyed in 2023, when he edged past Price in a tense final. "It’s been one of those years where nothing feels smooth," Humphries told Sky Sports. "A few seasons before seemed easier, but this one has been a real grind." He went on: "Making four Grand Prix finals in a row is special – it’s a piece of history I’m proud of.

But unless I lift that trophy, that history is meaningless. I’m here to win.

If I take the title, I’ll look back at the record and think, ‘That was amazing.’" Humphries has endured a string of near‑misses in televised finals since clinching the Premier League crown in May 2025. He has been runner‑up at the European Championship, the Grand Slam of Darts in 2025, and this year’s Premier League final, and he is determined to break that pattern.

"I haven’t been playing at my best lately, but the way I’ve bounced back shows I can still perform at a high level," he said. "I have to do it again tomorrow because I’ve let too many major finals slip away." Reflecting on his recent form, Humphries added, "I wasn’t far from my peak. My scoring was solid and my doubles were on point.

It felt like the most controlled, consistent display I’ve had in a long time. The last time I felt that level of control was probably the Premier League final against Luke Littler. It’s been ages since I felt that steadiness and didn’t worry about floundering." He continued, "Price is playing well, but if I can replicate my performance, it will be a cracking match and I hope it is. I’ll come back tomorrow fresh, confident that I can raise my game even further." Gerwyn Price, the 2020 champion, is also heading into his fourth World Grand Prix final – his first since losing to Humphries in 2023.

The Welshman had a relatively straightforward semi‑final, dispatching Nathan Aspinall 5-2, though the match featured a brief spat over crowd support. "Nathan was complaining about the crowd, saying they were on his side," Price recalled. "I was 3-0 up and told him, ‘They’re on your side, bud, stop performing for the audience and just play darts.’" Price admitted he was irritated by the incident, adding, "The crowd was backing him, and I wasn’t happy about it.

I’m good friends with Nathan, but sometimes you just have to let your darts go – when you’re losing, you’re losing." He also reflected on his overall performance: "I was frustrated for about 90 % of that game, which isn’t ideal. It was a bit of a patchy match, up and down. In stretches I was playing well – when I’m in form, I can produce some of the best darts in the world. I’m here to win trophies and prize money, and now I’m heading into another final, the third in a row – happy days!" Former professional Wayne Mardle, commenting for Sky Sports Darts, said, "Humphries feels that his recent display was close to his best, and that confidence shows.

I don’t think Price was particularly impressive tonight. I know he won, but Luke going into the final will certainly fancy his chances." Mardle praised Humphries’ resilience: "It’s impressive how he had to raise his game in the two matches he needed to win, leaving behind the poorer performances and not dwelling on them – that’s growth. It’s easy to label Luke as inconsistent, but Price has shown inconsistency too.

Who shone in the opening round? It was Price. He played brilliantly, but he hasn’t reached that level again yet – though he could certainly do so." He concluded, "What we all want is for both players to come out firing, so we can have a spectacular final. I hope it works out that way." The World Grand Prix final between Gerwyn Price and Luke Humphries will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event from 8 p.m.

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