Welsh · Waun-Lwyd, Wales · Born 18 March 1985Welsh professional darts player and former rugby union international, known for his aggressive playing style and passionate celebrations on stage.
Born on 18 March 1985 in Waun-Lwyd, Wales, this future darts champion initially pursued a distinguished career in professional rugby union. Playing as a flanker for prominent Welsh clubs including Llanelli, Cardiff, and Newport, he earned 62 caps for the Welsh national team, establishing himself as a formidable presence in the sport's elite circles. His rugby career provided the competitive foundation and mental toughness that would later define his approach to darts. The transition from rugby to darts began in earnest during his late twenties when Gerwyn Price decided to pursue the sport professionally. After turning PDC professional in 2014, he demonstrated remarkable progression through the rankings, powered by relentless scoring ability and a distinctive flat throwing action. His meteoric rise culminated in winning the European Championship in 2018, establishing him among the world's top five players and signaling his arrival as a major force in professional darts. Price's defining moment came in January 2021 when he defeated Gary Anderson in the PDC World Championship final, becoming the first Welsh player to claim the sport's premier title. This victory elevated him to the world number one ranking, cementing his status among darts' elite performers. His achievement represented the culmination of a unique sporting journey from international rugby to world darts champion. Throughout his career, Price's intense, confrontational stage presence has generated significant controversy, earning him fines and criticism from opponents and sections of the crowd. Despite the polarizing nature of his competitive approach, he remains one of darts' most compelling and watchable performers. His unprecedented transition from professional rugby union to PDC world champion represents a singular achievement in modern sport, highlighting both his exceptional athletic versatility and unwavering determination to succeed at the highest level across multiple disciplines.
Passionate celebrations and World Championship victory
He is the only person in history to have played professional rugby union at international level and then won the PDC World Darts Championship.
Did You Know?How They Played
Aggressive, passionate, high-energy approach
Lasting Impact
First Welsh PDC World Champion, known for emotional intensity
Career Honours
- PDC World Champion 2021
- PDC World No.1 2021
- European Championship 2018, 2021
- World Grand Prix 2021
- 62 Wales rugby union caps