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Littler stunned by Waterhouse at World Grand Prix

Littler stunned by Waterhouse at World Grand Prix

Summary

World champion Luke Littler was unexpectedly defeated in the first round of the World Grand Prix by Luke Woodhouse. Several other top players, including Michael van Gerwen and Gerwyn Price, also competed with mixed results in the tournament's early round.

Key Facts

  • Luke Littler, the defending champion, lost in the first round to Luke Woodhouse.
  • Littler's performance was below his usual level, with an average score of 82.41.
  • Woodhouse won the deciding set 3-1 and will face Nathan Aspinall next.
  • Nathan Aspinall beat Kevin Doets 2-1 in the first round.
  • Michael van Gerwen, a six-time winner, lost to Ryan Joyce 2-1.
  • Ryan Joyce will play Dutch player Danny Noppert in the next round.
  • Gerwyn Price from Wales beat Sebastian Bialecki 2-0 and will face Ross Smith next.
  • Other notable matches included Jonny Clayton defeating Krzysztof Ratajski and Wessel Nijman beating Rob Cross.
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