World Matchplay semi-finals preview: Gerwyn Price vs Gian van Veen, Luke Littler vs Dirk van Duijvenbode

Friday 24 July 2026 23:30, UK

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Gian van Veen edges past James Wade sealing the tie 16-13 and sets up a tantalising World Matchplay semi-final against Gerwyn Price.

Van Veen holds off Wade to set an eye-watering semi-final clash with Price

James Wade takes out 121 finish on the bullseye for the second time in the match as he looks to narrow the gap as he trails and pressurise Gian van Veen.

'You know the outcome' | Wade takes out another 121 finish with the bullseye!

James Wade produces a stunning 121 finish, ending on the bullseye to put Gian van Veen under pressure.

'The bullseye king!' | Wade pins the bull to take out a massive 121 finish

Gian van Veen fires in a magnificent 160 checkout to pull away from James Wade to take a 9-6 lead in the World Matchplay quarter-finals.

'Shot of the match' | Van Veen nails 160 finish to extend lead against Wade

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