Classy Michael Smith text to gutted Gerwyn Price after shameful fan abuse strikes again

dailystar.co.uk:

Gerwyn Price after dumping the Iceman out of the UK Open at the quarter-final stage following targeted booing.Bully Boy beat Price 10–7 to reach the last four on Sunday, but felt unsatisfied in that victory because his opponent couldn't be at '100%'.The 2021 PDC World Darts Champion has been open about his desire not to be booed in recent months, but overcome that to become world No.1 until Peter Wright overtook him on Sunday (February 6).Having knocked Price out of the tournament, Smith sent a private message to his on-stage rival and off-stage friend, which was then shared on social media.Posting a screenshot to his Instagram story, Price was told by Smith (sic): "Mate I'm sorry about that game then mate.

That's twice crowed have been on you're back last 2 games against me and I don't want to win like that."I wanna beat you when we're both 100%.

I just wish people met the real you as you're one of the most genuine guys on tour pal and always have been."Price replied: "Honestly mate your a great guy and a world-class player, sometimes I can handle it and players let me off."Just not tonight or the worlds, it's your time mate go get it."Should the crowd stop booing Gerwyn Price?

Give us your thoughts in the comments sectionTo which Smith responded (sic): "I'll do my best mate. And hopefully get on board with the majors mate.