PRICE PACKS HIS BOXING GLOVES FOR GURNEY SHOWDOWN

GERWYN PRICE says he’s packed his “boxing gloves” as he gears up for a bruising quarter-final showdown with Daryl Gurney at the Players Championship Finals.

Markham thrower Price is the number one seed in the major tournament after picking up FOUR titles on the Pro Tour this campaign.

‘The Iceman’ recorded a controlled 10-6 win over Martin Schindler in round three, averaging 98.88 and producing a superb 161 finish in Minehead.

World No.10 Price was far from impressed with his own display, insisting he let the German off the hook for far too long.

He said: “I felt frustrated throughout most of that game because I kept him in and entertained the crowd.

“But it was a good win and I’m glad I got over the winning line.

“I thought Martin slipped off towards the end. I don’t think he was great throughout the game, but I kept him in.

“I’m just glad to get through into another quarter-final. It was a quick turnaround from this afternoon.”

Price hasn’t lifted a major title since the 2022 World Series Finals, but he believes the drought is close to ending.

He added: “I am due, but it’s not the be-all and end-all. I’m still number 10 in the world. I think I’m a little bit better than that.

“But I’m not doing it on TV at the minute — it’s due.

“If it doesn’t come this weekend, which hopefully it will and I feel like it can… then there’s a big one around the corner which I am after.

“I feel good and confident in my ability. I feel good personally, and when I get on stage that’s all I want — winning is just a bonus.”

Price and Gurney grabbed headlines in July after a frosty handshake and tense exchange followed their clash at the Winter Gardens.

Former world champ Price is clearly expecting more fireworks.

He continued: “I’ve got my boxing gloves packed I am ready for him.”

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