Van Gerwen explains brawl as footage emerges

Darts star Michael van Gerwen was punched in the face during an altercation at what appears to be a bar, with footage of the incident circulating on social media on Thursday. Van Gerwen stated the man 'lashed out' unprovoked as he appeared to be leaving, and that his decision to chase the assailant was an automatic reaction of shock. The attacker subsequently apologised to Van Gerwen via Instagram, and Van Gerwen described the overall evening as 'calm and friendly' before the incident occurred.