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'It's not ranked, I can't really gain anything': Michael van Gerwen isn't sure if he will return to World Cup of Darts

Michael van Gerwen has admitted that he is unsure whether he will return to the World Cup of Darts as it sits down on his priority list with a holiday as well as his ranking being more important in his mind.

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Gerwyn Price backs Nathan Aspinall to take final Premier League playoff spot: 'But you can never write Michael van Gerwen off'

Three players have secured a place at the O2 Arena for the playoffs of the 2025 Premier League Darts, meaning just one spot remains to be fought for. With just two nights play remaining, the fight for 4th place is realistically down to a battle between Michael van Gerwen and Nathan Aspinall, although Rob Cross could still have a part to play.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / May 14

PDC Pro Tour Order of Merit Update: Ross Smith passes Michael van Gerwen, Dave Chisnall back in first place

Ross Smith was able to take advantage of top names not playing in Hildesheim and won the sixteenth Players Championship tournament of the season on Tuesday.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / May 14

'Someone asked, ‘Fancy another drink?’ That’s when things really kicked off...' - Florian Hempel details wild night out with Van Gerwen & Bunting

The world of darts doesn’t just shine on stage — sometimes the real stories unfold after the lights go down. On the Game On podcast, German darts pro Florian Hempel shared one such tale with host Elmar Paulke, recounting an unforgettable night out with icons Michael van Gerwen and Stephen Bunting.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / May 11

Surprise Stat: Van Gerwen and Cross still without a night win in 2025 Premier League Darts

With just two nights remaining in the regular phase of the Premier League Darts, three players — Luke Littler, Luke Humphries and Gerwyn Price — have already booked their places in the play-offs.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / May 8

'They have to manage their schedule' - PDC boss Matt Porter responds to Michael van Gerwen pulling out of World Cup of Darts again

Michael van Gerwen announced last month that he once again, will be skipping the World Cup of Darts in 2025. It marks the third time in four years that the Dutch number one has pulled out of the yearly international battle.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / May 8

Schedule Premier League Darts 2025: Play-off fight heads to Leeds as Van Gerwen faces Humphries

We are nearing the end of the Premier League Darts. Thursday night it is already time for the fourteenth round of play of this prestigious darts competition.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / May 7

Michael van Gerwen 'won’t get back to form by taking holidays,' warns Vincent van der Voort

Michael van Gerwen may be back from a relaxing holiday, but questions about his form still linger. The three-time world champion had a disappointing showing at the European Tour event in Sindelfingen last weekend.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / May 7

Kim Huybrechts recalls time Michael van Gerwen cracked Jonny Clayton in the head with metal rod: 'Not like there’s anything in Clayton’s head anyway'

In a new episode of the Darts Draait Door podcast, Kim Huybrechts shared a memorable anecdote about Michael van Gerwen that caused quite a stir at a recent tournament.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / May 6

'Maybe he’s fearing me a bit at the minute' - Nathan Aspinall hopes to beat Michael van Gerwen in battle for playoffs

Nathan Aspinall believes his regained confidence and form can take him to his first-ever appearance at the O2 Arena in London. 'The Asp' previously qualified for the playoffs of the Premier League Darts in 2020, but due to the corona pandemic, it was then played in Milton Keynes.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / May 2

Luke Littler claims mental superiority in rivalry with Michael van Gerwen

Luke Littler secured his fifth nightly title of the 2025 Premier League Darts season on Thursday, underlining his dominance with a 6-4 victory over Michael van Gerwen in the final on Night 13.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / May 2

'A step in the right direction' - Michael van Gerwen takes the positives from Premier League Darts final defeat to Luke Littler in Birmingham

Michael van Gerwen’s quest for a first nightly title in the 2025 Premier League Darts season continued on Thursday, as the Dutchman fell just short once again.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / May 2

Luke Littler finally seals record fifth Premier League Darts nightly win as Michael van Gerwen back in play-off contention

Luke Littler is the champion for the fifth time this season on a Premier League Darts night and becomes the first player in history to claim five nightly wins in a single season.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / April 30

'He throws out these one-liners, and you just can’t stop grinning' - Florian Hempel on van Gerwen's dry sense of humor and his current form

In the latest episode of the Game On podcast with Elmar Paulke, Florian Hempel shares a moment that perfectly encapsulates Michael van Gerwen’s character: a throwaway line, a touch of self-deprecating humour – sharp, cheeky, but never cruel.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / April 30

'I think that fear factor has gone': Glen Durrant admires longevity of Michael van Gerwen but doesn't see return of darting domination

Glen Durrant has zoned in on the throw of Michael van Gerwen and also the current state of the Dutch juggernaut and while he admires his longevity, he doesn't see a return to the form of old.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / April 30

'I already knew back in December' - Michael van Gerwen's withdrawal from World Cup of Darts came as no surprise to Vincent van der Voort

Michael van Gerwen has confirmed he will not be representing the Netherlands at this year’s World Cup of Darts. The three-time World Cup champion, who previously lifted the title alongside Raymond van Barneveld, has opted out of the pairs tournament, which typically features the two highest-ranked Tour Card holders from each nation.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / April 29

Qualification Criteria confirmed for 2025 Grand Slam of Darts as Luke Littler, Michael van Gerwen and Luke Humphries headline current field

The Qualification Criteria has been confirmed for the 2025 Grand Slam of Darts which will return to Wolverhampton between 8-16 November. The annual 32 player tournament sees players battle it out week long for the Eric Bristow Trophy.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / April 25

'He got annoyed with the crowd' - Michael van Gerwen takes advantage of distracted Luke Littler in Liverpool

It's always a spectacle when Luke Littler and Michael van Gerwen face off and on Night 12 of the 2025 Premier League Darts in Liverpool, things were no different.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / April 24

'I never give up. I always keep battling. I always keep fighting'- Michael van Gerwen's words ahead of tonight's Premier League in Liverpool

Michael Van Gerwen is currently sitting 5th in the Premier League of Darts table going into week 12 in Liverpool, 1 place outside the play offs. He has stated it has not been "easy" for him so far this year.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / April 24

'It doesn't mean that he's back and he's going to dominate again' - Expectations cooled for Michael van Gerwen despite European Tour success

Michael van Gerwen finally got off the mark in 2025 this past weekend. 'Mighty Mike' claimed victory at the German Darts Grand Prix, defeating fellow Dutchman Gian van Veen 8-5 in the final.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / April 23

Michael van Gerwen’s remarkable run continues with German Darts Grand Prix success: 14 straight years with a Pro Tour title

Michael van Gerwen clinched victory at the German Darts Grand Prix this past Monday, winning the fourth event of the 2025 PDC European Tour. In the final held in Munich, 'Mighty Mike' defeated fellow Dutchman Gian van Veen 8-5 to claim his first ranking title of the year - a rare late start for a player of his calibre.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / April 22

Is it Michael van Gerwen or Barrie Bates? - Darts fan gets very strange tattoo

That fans sometimes go to great lengths to identify with their idol is well known. But that this does not always end well was evident from a photo that appeared on social media.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / April 22

Longevity: Michael van Gerwen's German Darts Grand Prix win marks 11th different Euro Tour campaign in which he's won a title

The PDC European Tour began in 2012, which means we are now in the fourteenth season of this series of tournaments held across Europe. While there were only five events in its inaugural year, the calendar now features fourteen tournaments.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / April 22

Official: Michael van Gerwen skips the 2025 World Cup of Darts

Michael van Gerwen will not represent the Netherlands at the 2025 World Cup of Darts. The three-time world champion confirmed the news in an exclusive interview with Dartsnews.com shortly after his victory at the German Darts Grand Prix.

Darts News / Dartsnews.com / April 22

Exclusive Interview | 'He needs to understand there's one King in Holland': Michael van Gerwen jokes on Gian van Veen after emotional Munich win

The Munich king is back! Michael van Gerwen crowned himself the sole Munich record champion on Monday evening with an 8-5 win in the final and secured his fourth title at the German Darts Grand Prix.