Gerwyn Price and Luke Humphries are poised to contest the championship of the World Grand Prix once again this Sunday, with both players aiming to capture a second title in the double‑start format at Leicester's Mattioli Arena. The event, renowned for its unique requirement that each leg must begin on a double, will see the 2020 champion Price take on the 2023 winner Humphries in what promises to be a compelling showdown. Price earned his place in the final by dispatching Nathan Aspinall 5‑2 in a brisk semi‑final on Saturday.
He opened the match with a dominant 3‑0 lead, delivering two impressive 13‑dart finishes and a 15‑dart leg that set the tone early. After a brief resistance from Aspinall, Price sealed the second set and continued his momentum into the third, breaking Aspinall's throw to go up 3‑0.
Although Aspinall rallied in the fourth set, producing a spectacular 132 checkout that included two bullseyes, Price responded with a decisive break in the fifth and sixth sets, ultimately prevailing 5‑2 and securing his fourth Grand Prix final appearance after previous finals in 2020, 2021 and 2023. On the opposite side of the draw, Humphries overcame James Wade 5‑3 to book his fourth consecutive final. Humphries, who had already defeated the likes of Dave Chisnall, Jermaine Wattimena and Niels Zonneveld earlier in the tournament, displayed a calm, controlled performance that he described as his "real self" on the oche. After taking the first set, Wade fought back, even producing a 141 checkout in the second set, but Humphries' consistency shone through with back‑to‑back 137 finishes that broke Wade’s throw in the eighth set.
The Englishman’s composure allowed him to close out the match, and he entered the final with a clear statement: he needed to lift the trophy to give his string of final appearances any lasting significance. Both competitors arrive at the final with something to prove. Humphries has not won a premier title since his 2025 Premier League triumph, marking a drought of over a year. Price, meanwhile, last added a major trophy to his cabinet at the 2022 World Series of Darts Finals in Amsterdam, meaning a victory would end a four‑year gap in elite silverware.
The stakes are high, with the champion set to receive £150,000 and the runner‑up £80,000. The final will be contested over a best‑of‑eleven‑sets format, first to six sets. Humphries will be looking to improve on his previous Grand Prix final performances, where he fell 6‑4 to Michael van Gerwen in 2024 and 6‑1 to Luke Littler in 2025. Price, by contrast, will be seeking to add a second Grand Prix crown to his résumé, having previously lifted the trophy in 2020.
Beyond the immediate drama, the match carries broader implications for the darts calendar. A win for Price would reaffirm his status as one of the sport’s most consistent performers in high‑pressure environments, while a Humphries victory would signal a resurgence for a player who has been on the cusp of major success for several seasons. Both men have expressed confidence in their preparation: Price noted after his semi‑final that he was slightly unsettled by Aspinall’s complaints about the crowd, but he maintained focus, remarking, "The crowd was on his side, but I had to stay in my own zone." Humphries, meanwhile, told Sky Sports that he felt more relaxed than in previous finals and was determined to translate that calm into a win on Sunday.
The tournament’s earlier rounds provided a rich tapestry of high‑quality darts. In the opening round, notable victories included Danny Noppert’s 2‑1 win over Niko Springer, Ross Smith’s 2‑1 triumph over Cameron Menzies, and a surprise 2‑0 defeat of Dave Chisnall by Humphries. The second round saw Price dominate Ross Smith 3‑0, while Humphries dispatched Jermaine Wattimena 3‑0, reinforcing their status as the tournament’s leading contenders. The quarter‑finals and semi‑finals further narrowed the field.
Price edged out Jonny Clayton 3‑2 after a tightly contested match, and Humphries recorded a clean 3‑0 sweep of James Wade, showcasing his ability to close out sets efficiently. In the semi‑finals, Price’s 5‑2 victory over Aspinall and Humphries’ 5‑3 win over Wade set the stage for the headline clash.
Fans can watch the final live on Sky Sports+ and Sky Sports Main Event, beginning at 8 p.m. on Sunday.
The broadcast will feature in‑depth analysis, player interviews, and a behind‑the‑scenes look at the preparation that goes into competing at the highest level of professional darts. Regardless of the outcome, the 2023 World Grand Prix final promises to be a memorable chapter in the sport’s history. Whether Price reclaims the title he first won three years ago, or Humphries finally breaks his final‑loss streak to lift the trophy, the match will be a testament to skill, mental fortitude, and the unique excitement that the double‑start format brings to the world of darts.