Gary Anderson Defends Title, Dominates European Darts Grand Prix Final

Gary Anderson defended his European Darts Grand Prix title in Sindelfingen with a dominant 8-0 whitewash over Andrew Gilding in the final, marking back-to-back wins at the event. Anderson's campaign included impressive victories over world youth champion Gian van Veen, Rob Cross, and Dirk van Duijvenbode, showcasing his exceptional scoring and finishing abilities. Gilding, who had strong wins earlier in the tournament, struggled in the final, missing 13 darts at a finishing double. The tournament was notable for early exits by several top-ranked players, including Michael van Gerwen, Gerwyn Price, Nathan Aspinall, Chris Dobey, and Stephen Bunting. James Wade was the only current top-10 player to reach the last eight, highlighting the event's unpredictability. Anderson's win enhances his prospects for qualifying for major tournaments later in the year.