Darts Delight: Rock and Anderson Punch Tickets to European Grand Prix Quarter-Finals
In a thrilling start to the 2024 European Darts Grand Prix in Sindelfingen, Northern Ireland’s Josh Rock and Scotland’s Gary Anderson secured their spots in the quarter-finals with impressive victories.
The opening match saw Rock race into an early 4-0 lead against England’s Michael Smith. However, ‘Bully Boy’ rallied and reeled off the next five legs to move within a leg of the win at 5-4. With Smith waiting on 81 for the match, Rock produced a moment of magic, checking out an astonishing 170 finish to force a decider. In the final leg, Rock broke throw with a clinical 12-dart leg to clinch a 6-5 triumph.
The next blockbuster encounter pitted Welshman Gerwyn Price against Scotland’s Gary Anderson. This time, it was Anderson who made the blistering start, surging into a 4-0 advantage. Price fought back, winning three consecutive legs, including a brilliant 124 checkout. Though Price managed to narrow the gap to 4-5, the ‘Flying Scotsman’ held his nerve on double top to secure a 6-4 victory and his place in the quarter-finals.
These thrilling matches showcase the intensity and drama that the European Darts Grand Prix consistently delivers for fans of the sport. Rock and Anderson will now look to build on their impressive performances as they advance to the next stage of the prestigious tournament.
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