Gerwyn Price vs Martin Schindler Preview & Prediction | 2026 World Matchplay | First Round
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Former world champion Gerwyn Price will fancy his chances of a deep run in Blackpool and he opens his account against Martin Schindler, who is still seeking his first win at Winter Gardens.
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Gerwyn Price vs Martin Schindler prediction
Gerywn Price has been knocking on the door of another major trophy for some time now, having reached two semi-finals late in 2025 and another three this year, most recently at the UK Open.
The Iceman has been victorious on both the European and Players Championship tours in 2026, while his best stab at the World Matchplay was a run to the 2022 final.
Martin Schindler's four previous World Matchplay participations have ended in the first round, but the German will hope that his recent run to the quarter-finals of the World Cup of Darts can inspire him to improve upon that record.
However, the likelihood is that the diminutive 29-year-old will struggle to hold on to Price, who has been performing well on the TV stage in recent times. We expect the Welshman to ease through comfortably.
Gerwyn Price vs Martin Schindler tip: Gerwyn Price to win with -3.5 legs handicap
