“He Knows What He Did” — Gerwyn Price Accuses ‘Weasel’ Nijman of Cheating After 8–7 Player Championship Final Defeat

“He Knows What He Did” — Gerwyn Price Accuses ‘Weasel’ Nijman of Cheating After 8–7 Player Championship Final Defeat

The oche was electric, the margins razor-thin, and the tension suffocating. But what should have been remembered as a classic Player Championship final has instead erupted into controversy after Gerwyn “The Iceman” Price launched a furious post-match accusation at Dutch rising star Wessel Nijman, branding him a “weasel” and alleging foul play following his heartbreaking 8–7 defeat.

A Final Decided by Inches

Price, a former world champion known for his intensity and unfiltered honesty, looked poised to snatch the title after storming back from 6–3 down. With the crowd sensing a dramatic turnaround, the Welshman leveled the match at 7–7, setting up a winner-takes-all final leg.

But Nijman, composed beyond his years, produced a nerveless 121 checkout to seal the 8–7 victory — a clinical finish that silenced the arena and denied Price yet another Players Championship crown.

Yet the drama was only just beginning.

“Something Wasn’t Right” — Price Speaks Out

In a heated interview moments after the match, Price did not hold back.

“I’ve been around this game long enough to know when something’s not right,” Price said. “He knows what he did. I’m not stupid.”

When pressed for clarification, Price doubled down, accusing Nijman of “gamesmanship” and implying irregular behavior at the oche during key moments of the match.

“Call it what you want — mind games, slowing things down, whatever. But there’s a line. And tonight, that line was crossed.”

Price’s use of the word “weasel” to describe Nijman instantly ignited social media, dividing fans between those who praised the Welshman’s passion and those who felt his comments were unsportsmanlike.

Nijman Responds Calmly

Nijman, 24, appeared stunned when informed of the accusations. Speaking calmly in his own post-match interview, he denied any wrongdoing.

“I just played my game,” Nijman said. “I respect Gerwyn a lot. He’s a champion. But I didn’t cheat. I won fairly.”

The Dutchman’s performance throughout the tournament had been impressive, dispatching seasoned professionals en route to the final. His clinical finishing under pressure in the deciding leg only reinforced his growing reputation as one of the sport’s most dangerous young talents.

The Bigger Picture

The Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) has not announced any formal investigation, and no official complaint had reportedly been filed at the time of writing. Without concrete evidence, Price’s claims remain allegations fueled by emotion in the aftermath of a narrow defeat.

Still, the incident adds another fiery chapter to Price’s already combustible persona. Known for his roar after big checkouts and his refusal to back down from confrontation, “The Iceman” has never been one to hide his feelings — whether in victory or defeat.

A Rivalry Brewing?

Whether the accusations hold weight or fade as post-match frustration remains to be seen. But one thing is certain: the next time Price and Nijman meet on the big stage, the tension will be palpable.

For now, Nijman walks away with the trophy — and Price walks away with questions.

And in darts, as in sport, sometimes the fiercest battles begin after the final dart has landed.