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Vincent
Published date05 January 2021
Date05 January 2021
Publication titleDaily Star (England)
The Iceman, 35, completed his astonishing journey from novice to PDC world champion in just seven years with his 7-3 triumph in the final against Gary Anderson at Alexandra Palace.

But Price wonders if he could have finished the journey from public enemy No.1 to taking over from Michael van Gerwen as No.1 in the world rankings with his tormentors among the fancy dress legions providing the soundtrack.

Fans have not always taken kindly to Gezzy's fist pumps and high-decibel celebrations.

Price said: "I know what it's like when the crowd turns against you and those times were the making of me as a darts player. Over the last 24 months, they have moulded me into the player I am.

"There were a couple of games in this tournament where I wondered what would have happened if the fans were there.

"Two years ago, when I played Nathan Aspinall and I was 2-0 up, they got on my back and I lost 3-2.

"If the fans had been here this year, I don't know if I will be lifting up this trophy. Sometimes it can be tough when they are on your back, but I am just glad the darts showed this tournament. Will they cheer me now I'm a world champion? It will be a surprise, but I hope they do.

"Hopefully I have been able to show that I do actually play some decent darts and it's not just what people think, that I am putting people off.

"Maybe they can...

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