Gian van Veen has withdrawn from Night Seven of the Premier League Darts in Dublin due to kidney stones. This unexpected health issue has affected his participation in the tournament.
Impact of Withdrawal on Premier League Night Seven
Van Veen was scheduled to compete against Michael van Gerwen in the quarter-finals. With his exit, Van Gerwen automatically advances to the semi-finals. As a result, Van Gerwen will also accumulate two league points, boosting his position in the standings.
- Van Gerwen: +1 leg difference, 2 league points
- Van Veen: -6 leg difference, 0 league points
This withdrawal comes at a crucial time, as Van Veen currently occupies fourth place in the league standings. He has accumulated nine points over six nights, having finished as runner-up three times. However, Van Veen’s condition requires hospitalization, sidelining him from the competition.
Current Standings in the Premier League
At the top of the Premier League standings is Jonny Clayton, leading by eight points. He aims for his third consecutive win, having previously triumphed in Glasgow and Nottingham. Below Clayton, three players, including Van Veen, Gerwyn Price, and Luke Humphries, share nine points. Van Gerwen trails closely with eight points.
| Player | Points |
|---|---|
| Jonny Clayton | Leading |
| Gerwyn Price | 9 |
| Luke Humphries | 9 |
| Gian van Veen | 9 (withdrawn) |
| Michael van Gerwen | 8 |
Upcoming Matches in Dublin
Night Seven is set to unfold at the 3Arena in Dublin. The matchups include:
- Stephen Bunting vs. Luke Littler
- Josh Rock vs. Gerwyn Price
- Jonny Clayton vs. Luke Humphries
This event marks an important milestone, as fans eagerly await to see who will emerge as a finalist in the Premier League Darts competition. Stream the matches every Thursday until May on Sky Sports.
