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2024 PDC World Youth Champion, Gian van Veen is one of the most exciting young talents to emerge in darts lately — a player who blends raw power, cool finishing, and fearless ambition. Since turning heads in the youth ranks, he’s steadily built a reputation as someone who can match the big names and isn’t afraid to make his mark.
- Name: Gian van Veen
- Nickname: The Giant
- Born: 23 April 2002
- Place of Birth: Poederoijen, Netherlands
- Nationality: Dutch
- Laterality: Right-handed
- Darts: 21g Red Dragon
- Walk-on Tune: Astronomia – Tony Igy & Vicetone
Van Veen began his rise through the PDC’s development scene, claiming multiple Development Tour titles and topping the 2023 Development Order of Merit. He captured the 2024 PDC World Youth Championship, a crowning youth achievement that confirmed his status as a generational performer.
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His breakthrough into the senior ranks continued in 2025. That year he landed his first PDC ranking title by winning Players Championship 6, defeating Luke Humphries 8–3 in the final. That victory pushed him into the top 16 of the PDC Order of Merit for the first time. The Dutchman is also enoying a strong end to this seasons Euro Tour, making runs to the semi-finals in two of them.
Van Veen’s best televised performances include reaching the semi-final of the 2023 European Championship and deep runs in other majors. He’s also shown consistency across Pro Tours, European events, and youth tournaments alike. This year, the rising Dutch star made his World Cup debut for the Netherlands alongside Danny Noppert and reached the quarter-final stage in both the UK Open and World Matchplay.
GIAN VAN VEEN IN FACTS AND FIGURES: Check out GVV's full career profile on dartsdatabase.co.uk
What sets Gian apart is his composure under pressure — something not always guaranteed in players so young. He’s had to battle through adversity, including struggles with dartitis early in his Challenge Tour days, and yet turned that into fuel for growth. His scoring power, stage maturity, and confidence in clutch moments suggest he’s more than just a promising junior — he’s a serious contender for major titles.
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In November, Gian will defend his World Youth crown against Beau Greaves in what promises to be an absolute belter. At 23, he has years ahead in his prime. Expect more fireworks, more surprises, and more occasions where “The Giant” lives up to his name.
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