Daphne Govers, the ex-wife of three-time darts world champion Michael van Gerwen, has revealed details of her new relationship and pregnancy in an interview with Dutch TV show Shownieuws. Govers and her partner, Robert, confirmed they are expecting a baby, just seven months after her split from van Gerwen.
Robert admitted he had known Govers 'for a long time' before she became single and that they 'always clicked'. He acknowledged his actions were not something to be proud of, stating: 'Of course, I pulled that trick on him, and I'm not proud of it, but hey, I chose my own happiness.' The couple said their relationship began after Robert ended his previous relationship.
Govers described the pregnancy as a 'miracle', explaining she had been told she could not conceive naturally. 'I didn't expect it. If it does happen, it'll be a miracle,' she said. She added that she was unsure of van Gerwen's reaction to the news, saying: 'I wouldn't dare say. I don't think very happy, but I really don't know.'
Van Gerwen, who is competing in the World Darts Championship, has described 2025 as the 'worst year of his life' following the end of his 11-year marriage. He recently secured a place in the fourth round after defeating Arno Merk 4-1. The darts star shares two children with Govers and has encountered Robert through custody arrangements.
