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Michael van Gerwen withdraws from Dutch Darts Championship after splitting with wife Daphne

Michael van Gerwen announces he has withdrawn from this weekend's Dutch Darts Championship; watch the Premier League Play-Offs at London's O2 arena - live on Sky Sports next Thursday from 7pm

Saturday 24 May 2025 23:47, UK

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Nathan Aspinall gave his thoughts on opponent Michael van Gerwen's Premier League performance and said he did not look like himself up on the stage

Michael van Gerwen has pulled out of this weekend's Dutch Darts Championship after releasing a statement announcing he and his wife Daphne have separated. 

The Dutchman's withdrawal from the tournament means scheduled opponent Mickey Mansell will now receive a bye into the third round.

Van Gerwen apologised to fans in a statement posted to X on Saturday while asking for privacy for him and his family.

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Highlights of the quarter-final match between Aspinall and Van Gerwen in Sheffield

"It is with great sadness that I inform you that Daphne and I have decided to end our relationship," Van Gerwen wrote.

"As a result, I have withdrawn from the upcoming tournament.

"I am sorry to disappoint my fans, but I trust that they will understand my decision.

"We are going through difficult times and ask everyone to respect our privacy during this difficult time."

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Van Gerwen saw his Premier League campaign come to an end on Thursday as he was beaten by Nathan Aspinall to miss out on a place in the Play-Offs at The O2 arena.

It was just the second time in 13 Premier League appearances that Van Gerwen has failed to reach the Play-Offs as he ended the season having not recorded a nightly victory since April 2024.

Where does the Premier League head next?

Premier League Darts: Play-Offs
Image: The Premier League Darts Play-Offs will take place at London's O2 arena

Fixtures: Finals Night at London's O2 on Thursday, May 29

Semi-finals
Luke Littler vs Gerwyn Price
Luke Humphries vs Nathan Aspinall

The Premier League concludes at the O2 arena, London on Thursday May 29 as table-topping Luke Littler takes on Gerwyn Price and then Luke Humphries faces Nathan Aspinall in the other semi-final. Watch Finals Night of Premier League Darts, in London, live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Action from 7pm - stream with NOW.

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