World Grand Prix: Luke Humphries into semi-finals but Gian van Veen is knocked out by James Wade
BBC Sport reports on the World Grand Prix, highlighting key matches and player performances.
Humphries into Grand Prix semis as Van Veen exits
World number two Luke Humphries advanced to the semi-finals of the World Grand Prix with a straightforward 3-0 victory over Niels Zonneveld. Humphries, despite not reaching his usual form, was clinical in crucial moments, securing a checkout success of 33.33%.
This year, Humphries has yet to drop a set, following previous wins over Dave Chisnall and Jermaine Wattimena. He will face compatriot James Wade in the last four after Wade eliminated third seed Gian van Veen with a 3-0 win.
"The way I'm practising, I feel really good, it's just not been coming out this week," Humphries remarked, anticipating a challenging match-up with Wade.
Aspinall and Price in semi-finals
Nathan Aspinall secured his spot in the last four with a dominant 3-0 victory over Ryan Joyce. Gerwyn Price, after a thrilling 3-2 comeback win against Jonny Clayton, will also feature in the semi-finals, facing Aspinall.
Schedule and results
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Quarter-finals:
- (16) Nathan Aspinall 3-0 Ryan Joyce
- (4) Gerwyn Price 3-2 Jonny Clayton
- (3) Gian van Veen 0-3 James Wade
- (6) Luke Humphries 3-0 Niels Zonneveld
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Semi-finals:
- Nathan Aspinall v Gerwyn Price (Saturday, 3 October, 20:00 BST)
- Luke Humphries v James Wade (Saturday, 3 October, 20:00 BST)
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Final:
- (Sunday, 4 October, 20:00 BST) - Winner of Semi-final 1 v Winner of Semi-final 2