Overview
- Van Veen defeated two-time champion Gary Anderson 6-3 in a high-quality semi-final at Alexandra Palace to book his first world final.
- Defending champion Luke Littler advanced earlier with a 6-1 win over Ryan Searle, averaging 105.4 and entering the final as the clear favorite in reporting.
- Recent results have lifted Van Veen to a career-high world No. 3, moving him above compatriot Michael van Gerwen in the rankings.
- The Dutchman’s surge has been anchored by a first PDC major at the European Championship in October and back-to-back World Youth titles.
- Analysts highlight Van Veen’s tour-leading checkout accuracy versus Littler’s superior scoring power, with the final set for Saturday at Alexandra Palace.