Michael van Gerwen is one of the most dominant players darts has ever produced — but dominance doesn’t come without enemies. Behind the trophies, nine-dart finishes, and roaring celebrations is a trail of rivalries that turned personal, bitter, and sometimes outright ugly.
From former childhood friends to fellow world champions, these are the five players Michael van Gerwen has openly clashed with — and the real reasons behind the feuds.
This video breaks down:
Why MVG completely cut ties with Jelle Klaasen
The long-running mind-game war with Peter Wright
Dimitri van den Bergh’s on-stage confrontation
Adrian Lewis and the explosive cheating accusations
Mervyn King’s public hatred of MVG’s celebrations
These aren’t friendly rivalries. These are grudges built on betrayal, accusations, disrespect, and ego — and in some cases, they’ve lasted more than a decade.
Michael van Gerwen doesn’t play darts to be liked. He plays to dominate. And when ego, pressure, and pride collide on the biggest stages in the sport, enemies are inevitable.
So is MVG a misunderstood genius protecting the integrity of darts — or a ruthless competitor who leaves chaos behind him?
Watch the full story and decide for yourself.
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