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Littler vs. Van Veen Row: Explaining Darts Bust-Up

Ahead of Thursday's Premier League matches in Rotterdam, Gian van Veen reiterated his stance that Luke Littler celebrated his missed double, despite the World Champion's recent interview offering a different version of events.
Tensions between the two players began two weeks ago during a Premier League quarter-final in Manchester, when Van Veen reacted angrily after Littler appeared to celebrate a missed match dart and gestured for him to return to the oche.
Littler denied celebrating the missed dart, stating earlier this week it was time to move on, though Van Veen remains steadfast in his opinion of the conduct, which he previously labeled "childish."
Despite the ongoing disagreement, Van Veen is ready to "bury the hatchet" with Littler, saying "For sure. Like I said, there's no hard feeling from my side." when asked about their potential friendship.
The rivalry could be renewed in Thursday's Premier League semi-final in Rotterdam, where the 23-year-old Van Veen holds home advantage and hopes to face Littler again soon.

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