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Michael van Gerwen Returns to Competition After Separation, Eyes US Darts Masters

Regaining focus after resolving personal matters, van Gerwen plans to compete in the US Darts Masters in New York.

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Overview

  • He made his comeback at a Modus event in Waregem, Belgium, on June 22 and wore a black shirt with green stripes instead of his trademark green jersey.
  • In an interview with Sportnieuws.nl, he said he now has “space in my head again” and that “everything is kind of under control” as he prepares to return.
  • The world No. 3 has struggled through 2025, falling to Luke Littler in the World Championship final and failing to record a nightly win or qualify for the Premier League playoffs.
  • Van Gerwen withdrew from tournaments after announcing his separation on May 24 to focus on private family matters and safeguard the well-being of his two children.
  • He is set to make his first PDC tour appearance since the break at the US Darts Masters in New York starting June 27.