Michael van Gerwen Caught in Kebab Shop Brawl!
Wild Scene as Darts Champion Michael van Gerwen Involved in Kebab Shop Brawl
Michael van Gerwen, the three-time darts world champion, was involved in a heated altercation inside a kebab shop on Saturday evening after a verbal disagreement during his day off.
Footage circulating on social media shows Van Gerwen, 36, at the center of a scuffle involving five individuals near the shop’s counter. In the video, a man throws punches, and Van Gerwen is seen grappling with another man wearing a cap before managing to pull away.
The athlete quickly responded to the footage, stating that the incident was not as intense as it appears. He explained, “After a night out, we wanted a quick meal, and I found myself in an avoidable situation.” He added that he was approached from the kitchen after a verbal exchange, emphasizing that the situation was exaggerated by others.
The incident was caught on video showing Van Gerwen in the midst of the scuffle
The darts star is at the heart of the altercation
Van Gerwen appears flustered as he breaks away from the scuffle
He noted that bystanders intervened immediately, and the situation was resolved quickly. Van Gerwen also mentioned that he spoke with the other man’s nephew afterward, and they cleared the air before leaving the scene.
This incident occurred on a rare weekend off, following Van Gerwen’s withdrawal from the Swiss Darts Trophy. The exact circumstances of his evening out are unclear.
This year has been particularly challenging for the Dutch player, who announced the end of his marriage in May after a decade together with Daphne. The couple share two children, Mike and Zoe.
Van Gerwen took time off earlier this summer to cope with his personal loss, expressing that he’s still human and trying to move forward. He emphasized the importance of focusing on positive things and taking time for himself, saying, “You can’t just sit and grieve; you need to find joy again.”
He is expected to return next week in Leicester to compete for qualification in the Players Championship Finals.