Luke Littler retains World Matchplay title with 18‑9 victory over Gerwyn Price in Blackpool
Luke Littler defended his World Matchplay crown at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool on 26 July 2026, defeating Gerwyn Price 18‑9. Littler recorded a 111.53 average in the final and a tournament‑wide average of 111.04, surpassing Phil Taylor’s previous record. The win secured his second consecutive Phil Taylor Trophy and a £225,000 prize, making him only the third player to retain the title after Taylor and Michael van Gerwen. Price averaged 104.97 and finished as runner‑up for the second time. Littler’s dominant performance followed a week of high scoring, including multiple 12‑dart finishes and a 167 checkout, and solidified his position at the top of the PDC rankings.
Entities: Blackpool · Gerwyn Price · Luke Littler · Phil Taylor · Phil Taylor Trophy · Winter Gardens · World Matchplay
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- [● 15 SOURCES] Luke Littler won the 2026 World Matchplay final 18‑9 over Gerwyn Price. (statement)
- [● 8 SOURCES] Luke Littler’s average in the final was 111.53. (statement)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The total prize pool for the 2026 World Matchplay was £1 million. (multiple)
- [● 8 SOURCES] The final set a tournament‑wide average record of 111.04, breaking Phil Taylor’s 106.31 record. (statement)
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Women’s World Matchplay was held on the same day, featuring Lisa Ashton and Beau Greaves. (multiple)
- [● 7 SOURCES] Littler’s prize for winning the World Matchplay was £225,000. (statement)
- [● 8 SOURCES] The final was held at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool. (statement)
- [● 8 SOURCES] Littler became the third player ever to successfully defend the World Matchplay title. (statement)