Gerwyn Price, the Welsh darts superstar, narrowly avoided a major upset at the 2026 World Series of Darts Finals in Amsterdam. Despite racing to a commanding 5-0 lead, Price had to dig deep to secure a 6-4 victory over a resilient Brody Klinge, who mounted a stunning four-leg comeback. Price now advances to the second round, but not without a significant challenge.
Price Fends Off Klinge’s Ferocious Fightback
The highly anticipated 2026 World Series of Darts Finals kicked off in Amsterdam, and the opening round delivered immediate drama. Welsh number one Gerwyn Price, known as “The Iceman,” faced Australian talent Brody Klinge. The match began exactly as Price would have hoped, as he quickly established a dominant 5-0 lead, appearing to be in cruise control and missing only one dart at a double throughout the entire match.
However, the narrative took a dramatic turn. Klinge, who has been in exceptional form throughout the summer season and was considered a potential “banana skin” (a tricky opponent) for Price, refused to surrender. He launched a remarkable four-leg surge, showcasing his skill with two crucial ton-plus checkouts that brought him right back into contention at 5-4. This incredible fightback forced Price to summon all his experience and focus.
Price, a former World Champion, admitted the pressure: “I started off well and then dropped off and let Brody back into the game. He took out a couple of big checkouts which hurt a little bit, so then it was about trying to fall across the winning line.” Ultimately, “The Iceman” managed to halt Klinge’s momentum, sealing his 6-4 victory with a decisive 14-dart hold of throw in the tenth leg.
What’s Next for The Iceman?
Looking beyond this challenging opening match, Price remains optimistic about his prospects for the rest of the season. “We’re going into the back end of the season now and I believe there are some majors that I can win, and some that I’m targeting as well,” he stated, hinting at his ambition to add more major titles to his illustrious career.
The Road Ahead: World Series of Darts Finals Schedule
The World Series of Darts Finals brings together the sport’s biggest names for a high-stakes tournament. Here’s a look at the upcoming schedule:
Friday, September 18 – Round One Results:
- Jim Long 6-5 Adam Leek
- Motomu Sakai 6-5 Callan Rydz
- Wessel Nijman 6-4 Simon Whitlock
- Nathan Aspinall 6-4 Raymond Smith
- James Wade 6-5 Damon Heta
- Gerwyn Price 6-4 Brody Klinge
- Luke Littler 6-4 Danny Noppert
- Jonny Clayton 6-3 Maik Kuivenhoven
Saturday, September 19 – Round Two Schedule:
Afternoon Session (13:00 CEST – Best of 19 Legs):
- Josh Rock v Ryan Searle
- Daryl Gurney v Ross Smith
- Gian van Veen v Karel Sedlacek
- Luke Humphries v Dirk van Duijvenbode
Evening Session (19:00 CEST – Best of 19 Legs):
- Jonny Clayton v Motomu Sakai
- Gerwyn Price v Jim Long
- James Wade v Wessel Nijman
- Luke Littler v Nathan Aspinall
Source: Based on an article from Darts World Magazine.
