Gerwyn Price produced a masterclass performance to defeat world champion Luke Humphries in Liverpool during Thursday night's Premier League Darts action before taking a pop at the conditions last week in Rotterdam.
The Welshman averaged an impressive 104.43 as he overcame Humphries in a high-quality contest.
Price's clinical finishing proved decisive, with the former world champion converting 35.3% of his checkout opportunities.
The victory keeps Price's playoff hopes alive as he pushes to secure a top-four finish in this year's Premier League campaign.
Gerwyn Price hit out at the PDC after winning in Liverpool on Thursday night
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Both players delivered moments of brilliance throughout the match, but it was Price who ultimately proved too strong for the man known as 'Cool Hand'.
The match featured a thrilling start with both players trading blows in the early legs.
Humphries showcased his finishing prowess with a stunning 155 checkout in the third leg.
However, Price responded magnificently, delivering a crucial 151 checkout in the sixth leg that shifted momentum firmly in his favour.
The Welshman seized control after this pivotal moment, breaking Humphries at a crucial point in the seventh leg.
Despite Humphries fighting to stay alive, Price closed out the match confidently with a first-dart tops finish.
Speaking after his victory, Price made pointed comments about playing conditions.
"I am not going to speak about last week, but when the conditions are good and it's a fair game, I play some good darts," he told Sky Sports.
"Sometimes I throw my toys out of the pram when things don't go my way but I had a reason last week.
Gerwyn Price is looking to solidify a top-four spot in the Premier League
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"We don't deserve to play in those conditions. They say we have to play in Rotterdam every year but surely they can find a venue where it is fair for everyone.
"People say 'it is the same for every player' but it definitely isn't. Some people throw heavier darts, have longer stems, thicker flights - it's not the same for everyone."
Price also emphasised his focus on making the playoffs, stating: "I just want to get in to the top four to give myself the best chance."
The statistics highlight the quality of the contest between the two premier players.
Humphries recorded a 102.64 average compared to Price's superior 104.43.
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'Cool Hand' threw more 100+ scores (13 to Price's 11) and more 140+ visits (10 to Price's 8).
However, Price dominated the maximum count with three 180s to Humphries' two.
Both players managed one checkout over 100, with Humphries' 155 narrowly bettering Price's 151.
The crucial difference came in the checkout department, with Price's 35.3% success rate (6/17) proving more clinical than Humphries' 30.8% (4/13).
