Gian van Veen Withdraws from Premier League Darts in Dublin Over Kidney Stones
Gian van Veen has withdrawn from Night Seven of the Premier League in Dublin after doctors diagnosed him with kidney stones. He remains in hospital and is unavailable for Thursday’s quarter-final match.
Draw and immediate consequences
Van Veen had been due to play Michael van Gerwen in the quarter-finals. Van Gerwen was awarded a bye into the semi-finals as a result.
Under competition rules, Van Gerwen receives two league points. He also gains a +1 leg difference. Van Veen is handed no points and a -6 leg difference.
Standings and player form
Jonny Clayton arrives in Dublin eight points clear at the top of the table. He seeks a third straight night after wins in Glasgow and Nottingham.
Van Veen sits fourth after six nights. He has been runner-up three times this season.
Three players sit on nine points: Van Veen, Gerwyn Price and Luke Humphries. Van Gerwen follows on eight points.
Profile and recent highlights
The 23-year-old is a two-time world youth champion. He reached the World Darts Championship final in his debut Premier League season, losing to Luke Littler.
Van Veen claimed his first ranked title by beating Luke Humphries in the European Championship final. He also hit a nine-darter in the Poland Darts Open final against Littler.
Night Seven at the 3Arena
Night Seven takes place at Dublin’s 3Arena on Thursday, March 19. The card features several high-profile quarter-finals.
- Michael van Gerwen (bye to semi-finals)
- Stephen Bunting vs Luke Littler
- Josh Rock vs Gerwyn Price
- Jonny Clayton vs Luke Humphries
Filmogaz.com will follow developments as the evening progresses. The withdrawal underscores how sudden health issues can reshape a major event.
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