Michael van Gerwen faces a scandal involving his marriage and a text controversy while aiming for his fourth world title in darts
London: Michael van Gerwen is gearing up for a big night as he aims for his fourth PDC World Darts Championship title against Luke Littler. The Dutch star is a legend in the sport, having been world No. 1 for seven years and racking up an impressive 157 PDC titles. He made history as the youngest World Champion at just 24 years old.
But it’s not all about the darts. Van Gerwen has a net worth of around £7 million, thanks to his success and some big endorsement deals. He could add another £500,000 to that if he wins tonight, but he’s already secured at least £200,000 just for making it to the final.
On the personal side, he’s been married to his wife Daphne since 2014. They have two kids, and she’s often seen cheering him on at tournaments. However, their relationship faced some drama when reports surfaced about him sending inappropriate texts to a woman named Stacy Owen. He publicly apologized, insisting there was no physical relationship and expressing regret for his actions.
In a recent interview, he didn’t hold back his feelings about the pressure of the final, even dropping an F-bomb on live TV. It was a candid moment that viewers loved, but it caught the presenter off guard, leading to an immediate apology. Van Gerwen is definitely a character, both on and off the oche!
