Gerwyn Price: From Rugby Star to Darts Legend – Net Worth and Retirement Rumours
12/30/2024 08:08 AM
2024 hasn't been kind to Gerwyn Price on the dartboard. Once a dominant force, the Welsh star's form has dipped sharply, sparking retirement rumors. However, away from the oche, his life continues to flourish.
A Rough Year for 'The Iceman'
Price's struggles began with a stunning third-round loss to Brendan Dolan at last year's World Darts Championship. Since then, his ranking has plummeted, and he enters this year's tournament as the 10th seed. His section of the draw is particularly unforgiving, featuring dark horse Wessel Nijman, Jonny Clayton, and former world champion Michael Smith. Even his opening match against rising star Keane Barry on December 16 promises to be no easy task.
A Fortune Built on Success
Despite his recent struggles, Price's career earnings paint a different picture. With a world title and six major championships to his name, including three Grand Slam wins, Price's total earnings exceed £4.2 million. His estimated net worth, believed to be between £2–3 million, has been bolstered by savvy investments, including multiple properties and a fish-and-chips shop in his hometown of Markham.
Retirement Rumors Addressed
Known for his fiery persona, Price hasn't shied away from controversy. From enduring jeering crowds to donning ear defenders on stage, he's faced plenty of hurdles. Earlier this year, Price admitted to feeling less motivated, saying, "I've done everything I've wanted to do, and I don't have that urgency anymore."
This, coupled with his failure to qualify for the Grand Slam, fuelled speculation about his future in darts. Yet, a candid Instagram post suggests he's not ready to call it quits. "Without darts, I'm just at home bored," he wrote, adding that he's in a "totally different frame of mind" heading into 2025.
A Rugby Career Revisited
Before taking up darts, Price made his mark in rugby union. As a hooker, he represented Welsh clubs Neath and Cross Keys, even lifting the 2012 Swalec Cup. While his rugby days are long behind him, the discipline and competitive spirit from his time on the pitch undoubtedly shaped his darting journey.
The Road Ahead
Though 2024 has tested Price's resilience, he remains a player capable of surprising his critics. Whether he can reclaim his place among darts' elite remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Gerwyn Price's story is far from over.
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