Michael van Gerwen Darts – MVG Darts & Accessories at Diplomatgames

Michael van Gerwen is one of the most successful and well-known darts players of all time. The Dutch superstar, known globally by his initials "MVG" and nickname "Mighty Mike," shaped professional darts for many years like no other player. Multiple world championship titles, numerous major wins, and long periods as world number 1 made van Gerwen a true darts legend.

At Diplomatgames, you'll find Michael van Gerwen darts and matching MVG darts accessories. Do you want to know what darts Michael van Gerwen plays, what weight he uses, which manufacturer he is contracted with, or what major titles MVG has won? Here you will find the most important information about the career, playing style, equipment, and private life of the Dutch superstar.

Michael van Gerwen Profile

Name: Michael van Gerwen
Known as: MVG
Nickname: Mighty Mike
Date of Birth: April 25, 1989
Place of Birth: Boxtel, Netherlands
Nationality: Dutch
Throwing Hand: Right
Dart Manufacturer: Winmau
Known Dart Weight: 21.5 grams
Walk-on Song: "Seven Nation Army" by The White Stripes
PDC World Champion: 2014, 2017, and 2019
Highest World Ranking Position: No. 1

Who is Michael van Gerwen?

Michael van Gerwen was born on April 25, 1989, in Boxtel, Netherlands, and is one of the greatest personalities in modern darts.

His career began exceptionally early. As a youth, van Gerwen initially played football before becoming increasingly enthusiastic about darts. His enormous talent became apparent even in his teenage years.

In 2006, then just 17 years old, the Dutchman won the World Masters, gaining international attention. Van Gerwen was suddenly considered one of the greatest talents darts had produced in a long time.

In 2007, MVG switched to the PDC. His immediate rise to the world elite did not happen at first, but a few years later, his career exploded.

The highly talented Dutch junior player became one of the most dominant darts players in history.

Michael van Gerwen's Greatest Achievements

Michael van Gerwen's list of titles is exceptionally long. MVG won practically every significant PDC tournament and dominated professional darts, especially during the 2010s.

Michael van Gerwen won his first PDC World Championship title in 2014. Further World Championship titles followed in 2017 and 2019.

In addition to his three World Championships, the Dutchman won numerous other prestigious major tournaments. These include multiple titles at the Premier League, the World Grand Prix, the Grand Slam of Darts, the World Matchplay, the Players Championship Finals, and the UK Open.

Michael van Gerwen's Most Important Achievements

• 3× PDC World Champion – 2014, 2017, and 2019
• Multiple Premier League Champion
• Multiple World Grand Prix Champion
• Multiple World Matchplay Champion
• Multiple Grand Slam of Darts Champion
• Multiple Players Championship Finals Champion
• Multiple UK Open Champion
• Multiple European Championship Champion
• World Cup of Darts Winner for the Netherlands
• Long-standing Number 1 in the PDC Order of Merit

Michael van Gerwen has thus won almost every major title available in professional PDC darts.

Why is Michael van Gerwen so Successful?

At the peak of his career, Michael van Gerwen was particularly feared by his opponents for a combination of factors: extremely high scoring, enormous pace, and uncompromising finishing.

When MVG finds his rhythm, three darts can land in the triple-20 field within seconds. This high pace is one of his trademarks.

Added to this is his body language. Van Gerwen was known, especially during his dominant years, for clearly showing his strength. High scores and important checkouts are often celebrated with a loud cheer.

This mix of speed, confidence, and extremely high scoring power made Mighty Mike the benchmark for his competitors for years.

What is Michael van Gerwen's Playing Style?

Michael van Gerwen is a right-hander and possesses a fast, fluid, and very rhythmic throwing style.

MVG takes comparatively little time between his individual throws. Once the first dart lands, darts two and three often follow almost automatically.

His movement is compact and has been perfected over many years. Van Gerwen uses a relatively classic dart with a predominantly straight barrel.

The setup initially appears less unusual than with some other professionals. This is precisely what makes Michael van Gerwen darts interesting for many hobby and tournament players.

What Darts Does Michael van Gerwen Play?

Michael van Gerwen plays Winmau Darts.

His well-known match darts weigh approximately 21.5 grams. They are characterized by a relatively classic tungsten barrel, designed to suit the Dutchman's fast and rhythmic throwing style.

Winmau now offers various Michael van Gerwen Signature Darts. In addition to models that closely resemble his actual match setup, there are other MVG darts for different player types and price ranges.

Therefore, anyone who wants to play with Michael van Gerwen's exact darts should pay attention to the respective product description.

At Diplomatgames, you can find the available Michael van Gerwen darts and compare different MVG models.

Michael van Gerwen and Winmau

Michael van Gerwen has been under contract with Winmau since 2020.

The change caused a stir in the darts world at the time, as there had previously been a close connection between Michael van Gerwen and another of the world's most famous dart manufacturers for many years.

Which Dart Manufacturers Has Michael van Gerwen Been Contracted With?

Before Michael van Gerwen switched to Winmau, he was one of the most prominent faces of XQMax Darts for many years.

Numerous MVG darts and accessory products were developed with XQMax. Especially during the most successful phase of his career, the combination of Michael van Gerwen and XQMax was well-known.

In 2020, the big switch to Winmau followed.

Since then, Winmau has developed an extensive MVG product line with various steel darts, soft darts, flights, and other dart accessories.

For collectors, both older Michael van Gerwen XQMax Darts and current Michael van Gerwen Winmau Darts can therefore be interesting.

How Did Michael van Gerwen Get Into Darts?

Before Michael van Gerwen became a darts star, he initially played football.

At around 13 years old, he started playing darts more intensively. It quickly became clear that the young Dutchman possessed exceptional talent.

Just a few years later, van Gerwen was playing at an international level.

The great proof of his talent came in 2006. At the age of just 17, Michael van Gerwen won the World Masters, becoming the youngest winner in the history of this traditional tournament.

Shortly thereafter, he also achieved a televised nine-dart finish.

The switch to the PDC followed in 2007.

Interestingly, it then took several years for van Gerwen to consistently unleash his full potential. When the breakthrough finally came, MVG quickly developed from a highly talented prospect to the dominant player in the PDC.

What Did Michael van Gerwen Do Before His Darts Career Professionally?

Before Michael van Gerwen earned his living as a professional darts player, he worked as a tiler.

This information is now part of the well-known stories surrounding his career: the young Dutch tiler became one of the most successful and highest-earning darts players in the world within a few years.

With his sporting breakthrough, darts eventually became a full-time profession.

Michael van Gerwen Privately – Wife and Family

Away from the dartboard, Michael van Gerwen is a family man.

MVG is married to his long-time partner Daphne van Gerwen. The couple married in 2014.

Michael and Daphne have two children together, a daughter and a son.

Although van Gerwen is one of the most famous darts players in the world, he tries to largely separate his family life from his professional career.

Especially due to the dense PDC tournament calendar, MVG has repeatedly indicated in interviews the importance of time with his family.

Michael van Gerwen Off the Dartboard

Anyone who only knows MVG from the stage probably associates him with a very intense personality: focused gaze, fast darts, and a loud celebration after important moments.

Privately, van Gerwen appears much more relaxed.

Besides spending time with his family, the Dutchman is interested in football, among other things. His sporting roots are, after all, in this sport.

Cars and motorsport also frequently appear in the environment of the Dutch darts star.

MVG and the Headlines

With a superstar like Michael van Gerwen, headlines are inevitable.

His enormous dominance and confident demeanor have been particularly discussed over the years. MVG is not necessarily known for downplaying his ambitions. If he is convinced he is the better player, he often says so.

This has led to minor verbal duels and rivalries with other professionals over the years.

The duel with Phil Taylor was particularly interesting for a long time. While Taylor had dominated darts for decades, the young van Gerwen developed into one of the few players who could regularly challenge "The Power" at the highest level.

Later, other sporting rivalries emerged, including with players like Peter Wright, Gary Anderson, and Gerwyn Price.

It was precisely the mixture of exceptional sporting quality and great self-confidence that made MVG a player fans loved to discuss.

Why is Michael van Gerwen Called "Mighty Mike"?

Michael van Gerwen's official nickname is "Mighty Mike".

In practice, however, another designation is even more well-known: MVG.

The three letters simply stand for Michael van Gerwen and have become his worldwide trademark. Accordingly, many of his signature products are also referred to as MVG Darts.

Anyone searching for "MVG Darts", "MVG Steel Darts" or "MVG Winmau Darts" is therefore referring to Michael van Gerwen's darts and products.

What is Michael van Gerwen's Walk-on Song?

Michael van Gerwen's famous walk-on song is "Seven Nation Army" by The White Stripes.

The distinctive melody has been part of his appearances for many years and is regularly sung along by the audience at major PDC events.

Together with his green shirt and characteristic body language, the song ensures that an MVG appearance has a high recognition value even before the first dart is thrown.

Buy Michael van Gerwen Darts at Diplomatgames

Do you want to play with Michael van Gerwen darts yourself or are you looking for a gift for an MVG fan?

At Diplomatgames, you will find, depending on availability, various MVG steel darts, soft darts, flights, and other Michael van Gerwen dart accessories from Winmau.

The extensive MVG range offers models for different requirements and budgets – from ambitious hobby players to experienced tournament players.

When choosing a Michael van Gerwen dart, you should pay particular attention to weight, barrel length, barrel diameter, and grip. Not every MVG model exactly matches the professional's personal match dart.

Discover the available Michael van Gerwen darts at Diplomatgames now and find the MVG setup that best suits your own throwing style.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about Michael van Gerwen

When was Michael van Gerwen born?

Michael van Gerwen was born on April 25, 1989.

Where is Michael van Gerwen from?

Michael van Gerwen is from Boxtel in the Netherlands.

What is Michael van Gerwen's nickname?

His official nickname is "Mighty Mike". However, the Dutchman is even better known by his initials MVG.

What darts does Michael van Gerwen play?

Michael van Gerwen plays Winmau Darts. Winmau offers various MVG Signature Darts, including models based on his personal match setup.

How many grams does Michael van Gerwen play with?

Michael van Gerwen is known for a relatively light match setup of approximately 21.5 grams.

Which dart manufacturer is Michael van Gerwen with?

Michael van Gerwen has been under contract with Winmau since 2020.

Which manufacturer was Michael van Gerwen with before?

Before moving to Winmau, Michael van Gerwen was closely associated with XQMax Darts for many years.

How many times has Michael van Gerwen been world champion?

Michael van Gerwen has been PDC World Champion three times: in 2014, 2017, and 2019.

What was Michael van Gerwen's profession?

Before becoming a professional darts player, Michael van Gerwen worked as a tiler.

Is Michael van Gerwen married?

Yes. Michael van Gerwen is married to his long-time partner Daphne. The couple married in 2014 and have two children.

What is Michael van Gerwen's walk-on song?

Michael van Gerwen walks on stage to “Seven Nation Army” by The White Stripes.

Where can you buy Michael van Gerwen darts?

You can buy Michael van Gerwen darts and MVG dart accessories at Diplomatgames. On this category page, you will find our currently available MVG products from Winmau.