Luke Littler sent out a statement to his title rivals on Day Two at the Betfred World Matchplay, producing a devastating display to celebrate his first win on the iconic Winter Gardens stage.
Gerwyn Price believes a shift in mentality has been the catalyst for his revival, as the Welshman aims to cap off his resurgence with Betfred World Matchplay glory.
Gian van Veen dethroned reigning champion Luke Humphries on the opening night of the Betfred World Matchplay, as 2023 champion Nathan Aspinall also crashed out in Blackpool.
Luke Humphries is bidding to join an exclusive club in Blackpool this month, as the world number one chases back-to-back Betfred World Matchplay titles.
Betfred will remain as title sponsor of the World Matchplay and Women's World Matchplay until at least 2030 after extending their partnership with the PDC.
The 2025 Betfred World Matchplay gets underway at Blackpool's Winter Gardens on Saturday, as 32 of the world's biggest names compete for the iconic Phil Taylor Trophy.
