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Gerwyn Price edges Ross Smith to advance to Matchplay semi-finals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 10:33 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Gerwyn Price edges Ross Smith to advance to Matchplay semi-finals
Summary

Gerwyn Price defeated Ross Smith 16-12 in the World Matchplay quarter-finals, taking place at Blackpool's Winter Gardens. Price initially led, but Smith rallied to equalize at 12-12. Price responded by winning the next four legs, clinching the match with an average of 102.78. He will face Gian van Veen, who beat James Wade 16-13 in the other quarter-final. Semi-finals are scheduled for Saturday evening.

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  • •Price achieved a 16-12 victory over Smith in the quarter-finals.
  • •Smith fought back from 12-8 down to tie the match.
  • •Van Veen secured a close win over Wade, finishing 16-13.
  • •Price and Van Veen will meet in the semi-finals on Saturday.
  • •The tournament is being held at Winter Gardens in Blackpool.
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  • 10:33 PMYahoo Sports — Price beats Smith to reach Matchplay semi-finals
  • 10:22 PMBBC Sport — Price beats Smith to reach Matchplay semi-finals
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Gerwyn Price produces a clinical display to beat Ross Smith 16-12 in the World Matchplay quarter-finals, setting up a last-four meeting with Gian van Veen.

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Gerwyn Price produces a clinical display to beat Ross Smith 16-12 in the World Matchplay quarter-finals, setting up a last-four meeting with Gian van Veen.

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