Gerwyn Price, the Welsh darts star ranked eighth in the PDC Order of Merit, continues to captivate fans despite ongoing health challenges and inconsistent performances. Currently third in the Premier League Darts standings, he eyes a play-off spot at The O2 on May 28 while navigating recent setbacks, including early tournament exits and a withdrawal from the World Cup of Darts.
Recent Health Challenges
Price opened up about his health struggles after a 6-2 defeat to Jonny Clayton in Leeds, which dented his Premier League play-off hopes. He stated: “My focus is there, it’s just health-wise I am not in a great place at the moment. But I am battling on and searching for some results. Hopefully in the next couple of weeks they will come and they will put me at ease. Then I will be able to enjoy darts again. Frustrating times.”
“Time to rely on Lady Luck and see what happens over the next two weeks. Hopefully make the play-offs but I need a lot of luck to go my way. Hopefully see you at the O2. It’s not good playing once a week and hopefully I get the results I want in three weeks’ time.”
Shortly after, Price withdrew from the World Cup of Darts, marking his second absence in three years. He clarified on Instagram: “Just to clarify, I have not withdrawn from the World Cup because of health reasons,” adding three thumbs-up emojis.
Retirement Speculation and Business Focus
Following an 8-3 loss to Wessel Nijman in the European Darts Trophy final in March, Price hinted at mental fatigue on Instagram: “Great weekend for me, another final but very frustrating in the end. Onto Dublin this week. Need a break from this, I think it’s so tough mentally. But I’ll push on, thanks for the support.”
The 41-year-old balances darts with ventures like managing a farm in Treharris and operating Chippy 501, a chip shop in Markham purchased in 2024. Transformed from a former pharmacy, the business—named after his darts career—has thrived but distracted him. In December 2024, he admitted: “That’s probably why I was losing and playing rubbish – my mind was elsewhere.”
“I’m glad now it’s up and running rather than me having to worry about it too much. It wasn’t just about opening it. I’ve got cameras in the shop and I was always checking them on my phone. Yeah, it can affect the oche. I’m eating fish and chips all the time. I set up a 10 per cent discount for myself.”
Price could retire on earnings from his farm and chip shop alone. Yet, in June 2025, he affirmed his commitment: he aims to compete at an elite level for the next ten years.
Bold Move to Pool
Price plans a sports switch, entering the 2026 UK Open Pool Championship at Brentwood Centre from May 26-31 via wildcard. The event features over 250 players from 50+ countries and a £167,500 prize fund. A keen pool enthusiast, he appeared in last year’s Mosconi Cup exhibition pro-am at Alexandra Palace.
Despite clashing with Premier League play-offs on May 28, Price declares he’s “in it to win it” and confident in juggling both commitments.
