‘Angry’ Michael Van Gerwen queries Covid controls after shock championship exit

The three-time champion was set to play in the third round on Tuesday night at Alexandra Palace against Chris Dobey, who has been given a bye through to the last 16.
‘Angry’ Michael Van Gerwen queries Covid controls after shock championship exit

Michael Van Gerwen 

Michael Van Gerwen hit out at tournament organisers after being left “disappointed, confused and angry” following his withdrawal from the William Hill World Darts Championship because of a positive test for Covid-19.

The three-time champion was set to play in the third round on Tuesday night at Alexandra Palace against Chris Dobey, who has been given a bye through to the last 16.

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