Both Dutch darts players, Dirk van Duijvenbode and Gian van Veen, were defeated in the semi-finals of the World Matchplay tournament. Van Veen lost to Gerwyn Price with a score of 17-10, failing to reach his first World Matchplay final. In the other semi-final, Luke Littler delivered a particularly dominant performance, defeating van Duijvenbode 17-5. Littler’s victory was described as a resounding defeat for the Dutch player. These results set up a final showdown between Littler and Price, leaving the Dutch contingent without a representative. The two losing semi-finalists were unable to capitalise on their opportunities to advance in the prestigious tournament.