Van Gerwen's Injury Shakes Berlin Premier League Darts Night

Michael van Gerwen's withdrawal from the Berlin match due to a shoulder injury affects his playoff hopes and reignites scrutiny of German darts performance.

Michael van Gerwen withdrew from the Premier League match in Berlin citing a shoulder injury, disappointing 12,000 fans in attendance.
The withdrawal handed Gerwyn Price a default semifinal spot and dealt a significant blow to van Gerwen's playoff chances.
Van Gerwen's absence has reignited discussions about the lack of competitive success among German darts players despite the sport's growing popularity in the country.
The Dutch star criticized German players for underperforming and lacking both skill and entertainment value, contrasting their struggles with the sport's booming fan engagement in Germany.
Rising talents like Luke Littler and established players highlight the sport's evolving competitive landscape, with Germany still searching for a breakthrough star.