The Dutch Open 2026 women’s pairs final is set for an electrifying clash! Dutch star Priscilla Steenbergen, partnered with England’s Jo Rolls, will face the formidable Turkish duo of Zehra Gemi (the reigning Girls’ World Champion) and Aysegül Karagöz. This historic event marks the first time Turkey has been represented in a Dutch Open final, promising a thrilling conclusion to a tournament filled with strong performances and unexpected twists.
A Historic Showdown: The Women’s Pairs Finalists
The stage is set for an unforgettable women’s pairs final at the Dutch Open 2026. On one side, we have the formidable pairing of Priscilla Steenbergen from the Netherlands and Jo Rolls from England. They will go head-to-head against the history-making Turkish duo, Zehra Gemi and Aysegül Karagöz. This final is not just about the title; it’s a significant moment for Turkish darts, marking their first-ever representation in a Dutch Open final.
Steenbergen & Rolls: A Journey of Resilience and Dominance
The women’s pairs tournament kicked off on Friday with a massive field of 212 hopeful teams, all vying for those coveted final spots. While Beau Greaves, now a PDC tour card holder, couldn’t defend her title, the esteemed Jo Rolls, wife of WDF Director Nick Rolls, made her presence felt. Partnering with Dutch talent Priscilla Steenbergen, they quickly established themselves as a strong contender.
Their path to the final wasn’t without its challenges. In a nail-biting encounter in the last 32, Steenbergen and Rolls found themselves trailing 0-2 against Marjolein Noijens and Elvera Donders. However, demonstrating incredible resilience, they mounted a stunning comeback, winning three consecutive legs to secure a 3-2 victory. After that pivotal match, their performance was nothing short of dominant, as they remarkably won every single leg in their subsequent six matches, including a comfortable win over the strong pair of Lorraine Hyde and Adriana van Wijgerden-Vermaat, to claim their spot in the final.
Gemi & Karagöz: Turkish Trailblazers Make Their Mark
The tournament saw few major upsets in the earlier rounds. One notable match in the last 16 saw Lerena Rietbergen, who teamed up with her mother Linda, fall to the Finnish duo of Lotte Suomi and Milla Sainio. However, the Finns’ journey was cut short by the rising stars, Zehra Gemi and Aysegül Karagöz.
This Turkish partnership, featuring the current Girls’ World Champion Zehra Gemi, displayed exceptional form throughout the day. Their consistent and powerful play culminated in a standout performance in the semi-finals, where they convincingly defeated the highly experienced Dutch duo of Aileen de Graaf and Anca Zijlstra with a 3-1 victory. This triumph not only secured their place in the final but also etched their names into the history books of the Dutch Open, marking the first time Turkey has ever been represented in a final at this prestigious event.
Road to the Final: Key Results
Quarter-Finals
- Naomi du Marchie Sarvaas/Karin Harmsen 3-1 Sharon Straatsma/Marieke Veen
- Priscilla Steenbergen/Jo Rolls 3-0 Mandy Kersbergen/Chantal Niebeek
- Zehra Gemi/Aysegül Karagöz 3-0 Lotte Suomi/Milla Sainio
- Aileen de Graaf/Anca Zijlstra 3-0 Fabienne Romelingh/Karin Huijer
Semi-Finals
- Priscilla Steenbergen/Jo Rolls 3-0 Naomi du Marchie Sarvaas/Karin Harmsen
- Zehra Gemi/Aysegül Karagöz 3-1 Aileen de Graaf/Anca Zijlstra
Source: Based on an article from Darts Actueel.
