‘Did not see that coming' – Gerwyn Price and Daryl Gurney in heated ruckus on stage at World Matchplay Darts
The Welshman got the better of his opponent 10-7 in an opening round thriller.
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Gerwyn Price celebrated his win wildly
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Daryl Gurney appeared to mock his celebration
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It led to an angry handshake between the two
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They exchanged words and Price looked fuming
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But tempers flared as Price let out one of his trademark roars after landing the double 12 to seal victory.
The Iceman celebrated wildly and it clearly angered Gurney, who then turned and mocked his gesture.
Price saw what his rival did and gave him an extra aggressive handshake.
They then exchanged words and the shouting continued as they thanked the officials.
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Price was not done there though, eventually giving it another fist pump and roar to the Blackpool's crowd delight.
Fans reacted to the altercation, with one saying: "The game is well and truly back."
A third wrote: "Did not see that coming from Price vs Gurney."
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Former world champion Price asked not to take questions about the incident in the post-match press conference.
He said: 'I've learnt to try and keep my emotions in tact at key points sometimes.
"I did today in two or three legs where my head was going to blow off. I just had to keep it in.
'I was beating myself up about missed opportunities. I just give myself a kick up the backside.'
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