The hype surrounding the 17-year-old has reached stratospheric levels but the Dutchman makes one thing clear
Insistent Michael van Gerwen has warned rival Luke Littler he has no shot of ever eclipsing Phil Taylor's 16 world titles.
The hype surrounding the 17-year-old has reached stratospheric levels with some observers broaching the idea he could one day eclipse the GOAT. But the straight-shooting van Gerwen – a three-time world champion in his own right – has slapped away any suggestions the Nuke will detonate year after year at the World Championships.
Speaking to Sports Boom, 35-year-old van Gerwen, who liked hearing Taylor won his final world crown at the age of 52, said: “Don’t talk about the potential of breaking Phil’s records, there is no chance!." And van Gerwen coudn't resist a gentle dig in the direction of the sport's newest superstar as he prepares to make his second appearance at Ally Pally. He added: "Ryan Meikle is a good player.
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