Humphries exits Matchplay in shock first-round defeat

Luke Humphries is out of the World Matchplay after a shock first-round loss to Scotland's Cameron Menzies, despite having won the World Matchplay two years ago. The world number two was punished for poor finishing and lost his first six legs with the darts before finally holding throw.

Humphries then looked set to mount a dramatic comeback, winning four legs in a row to reduce the deficit to 8-7, but Menzies sealed a stunning 10-7 victory in style by taking out the 'big fish' - a maximum 170 checkout.

The result will be a major disappointment for Humphries after signs of a return to top form in recent months, including his US Darts Masters win over Luke Littler in June, following a slow start to the year.

For Menzies, who is ranked 27th in the world, it is a memorable victory and one he says he

will take to his grave

as he becomes just the second unseeded player to advance at this year's tournament.

The Scot will now face 15th seed Ross Smith in the second round on Wednesday after the Englishman's 10-6 win over Netherlands' Kevin Doets.

How did Ross Smith progress?

Ross Smith progressed after both players averaged over 100 and produced more than 50% on the doubles in a high-quality match against Kevin Doets. Smith hit when it mattered most to seal a 10-6 win and move into the next round.

How did Gerwyn Price survive his scare?

Gerwyn Price survived a scare before overcoming Germany's Martin Schindler 11-9. The Welshman admitted it was

probably one I should've lost

after falling 4-0 and 6-2 behind.

Even after fighting back to take his first lead at 9-8, Price was made to work to finish the match as Schindler hit a 121 checkout to break back before the seventh seed eventually sealed the win in the 20th leg.

Key Facts

• Luke Humphries lost 10-7 to Scotland's Cameron Menzies in the first round of the World Matchplay.
• Humphries won the World Matchplay two years ago.
• Menzies is ranked 27th in the world and became only the second unseeded player to advance at this year's tournament.
• Ross Smith beat Kevin Doets 10-6 and will face Menzies on Wednesday.
• Gerwyn Price beat Martin Schindler 11-9 after trailing 4-0 and 6-2.