Who progressed to round two?

Gerwyn Price cruised into round two with a commanding performance; other results will follow as the session continues.

When does Michael van Gerwen play and what should we expect?

MVG is scheduled for later in the session; expect heavy scoring but watch his doubles — he must find rhythm early to avoid a scare.

Should I bet on Price or MVG?

The Guru advises caution: Price looks in strong form and is a safe long-term contender, while MVG should win his opener but may not be convincing; consider match-specific markets rather than outrights.

Price Cruises, MVG Awaits — The Guru Predicts a High-Stakes Night in Leicester

Gerwyn Price stalked his opponent into the second round of the World Grand Prix with a display of clinical scoring and ruthless finishing that left the arena with little doubt. He controlled the key legs, punished missed doubles and never allowed momentum to swing back; this was more statement than routine victory.

Michael van Gerwen is scheduled to take the oche later and arrives with expectation pinned to his shoulders. MVG's raw scoring remains elite, but recent tournaments have exposed a vulnerability on the doubles; tonight will be about rhythm as much as power if he is to avoid an upset.

Tactically this tournament still rewards the player who times their big visits and cleans up on the outer ring — Price does both; Van Gerwen must find his groove early. Expect tight opens, heavy scoring clusters and a few pivotal missed doubles that will decide legs rather than long legs of attrition.

The Guru’s read is blunt: Price looks like a genuine contender and his form makes him dangerous on this stage, while MVG should win his opener but not without work. My recommendation — watch the early doubles and take a cautious approach with any outright bets; I favour Price to reach the latter rounds and expect MVG to be tested before he settles into his tournament rhythm.