God. The internet is absolutely losing it over Daphne van Gerwen right now. And honestly? Can't blame them.
I was scrolling through my feed this morning (coffee in hand, obviously) when these photos popped up. Daphne, who's been married to darts legend Michael van Gerwen since 2014, is currently living her best life in Turkey while the rest of us are stuck at work. Some people have all teh luck.
That View Though...
The brunette beauty absolutely killed it in a blue bikini that showed off her impressive tattoos. There she was, perched on the edge of a jacuzzi with this ridiculous backdrop of sea and sky that looked like something out of a travel magazine. She captioned it "What a view" - which feels like the understatement of the century.
I mean, seriously. If I had that view right now instead of my neighbor's brick wall, I'd probably never come home.
She also shared this adorable moment with her mum, both toasting with champagne glasses while rocking swimwear. "Cheers. Together with my mum," she wrote. Is there anything better than vacation cocktails with your mother? (Answer: no, there isn't.)
The Comments Section Went WILD
Her followers practically tripped over themselves rushing to compliment her. "Super beautiful," wrote one. "Beautiful woman," declared another. Someone else just went with "Pretty girl," while another commented on her "Amazing tattoos."
Listen. I spent $2K on a sleeve back in 2019 and mine don't look half as good in photos. Some people just have that photogenic quality that makes the rest of us question our life choices.
From Haircuts to Heart Eyes
Their love story is actually pretty cute. Daphne met the darts superstar back in 2008 while working as a hairdresser. Can you imagine? One minute you're cutting someone's hair, the next you're married to one of the biggest names in darts.
They tied the knot in their native Netherlands six years later, which coincidentally was the same year Van Gerwen claimed his first World Championship. Talk about good timing.
Now they're proud parents to two kids - daughter Zoe who's 7, and little Mike who's 5. I wonder if the kids have inherited their dad's throwing arm or their mom's incredible camera presence?
When Your Partner's Famous But You're Stealing The Spotlight...
I've always found it fascinating how the partners of sports stars develop their own following. My cousin dated a semi-famous footballer once and suddenly had 10,000 Instagram followers overnight. She told me later, "I posted a picture of my breakfast and 800 people liked it. My BREAKFAST."
Daphne's clearly built her own fanbase separate from Michael's darts career. And those tattoos? Stunning. I'm guessing there's meaning behind each one, but that's another story for another day.
The couple's been together for 16 years now - practically an eternity in celebrity years. They started dating when Van Gerwen was just beginning his rise in the darts world, so she's been there through the whole journey.
Relationship goals? Maybe.
Or maybe I'm just jealous of that Turkish getaway while I'm sitting here with rain pattering against my window. Either way, hats off to Daphne for living her best life and looking incredible while doing it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What weight darts should beginners use?
For beginners, I generally recommend starting with medium-weight darts between 21-24 grams. This range offers enough heft to fly straight without requiring too much force, but isn't so heavy that it becomes tiring during longer practice sessions.
My darts keep bouncing out of the board. What am I doing wrong?
Bounce-outs are incredibly frustrating, but they're usually caused by one of a few common issues. First, check your dartboard—if it's old and dried out, even the best throws will struggle to stick. Quality sisal boards should last years, but cheaper paper-wound boards harden quickly. If you can press your thumbnail into the board and it doesn't leave a small indent, it's too hard.
What are "flights" and "stems" and do they really matter?
Flights and stems (also called shafts) are the components that stabilize your dart during flight, and yes, they absolutely matter—though perhaps not in the way beginners often think.
How far should I stand from the dartboard?
The official throwing distance is 7 feet 9¼ inches (2.37 meters) measured from the face of the board to the oche (throwing line). In American darts, this distance is sometimes 8 feet, so check local rules if you're playing in the States.
How do I improve my dart throwing technique?
Improving your dart technique comes down to consistency and deliberate practice. First, establish a comfortable stance—feet shoulder-width apart, with your dominant foot slightly forward. Your weight should be balanced and stable, not leaning forward or back.
What's the difference between steel tip and soft tip darts?
Steel tip and soft tip darts represent two distinct branches of the sport, each with their own equipment, venues, and sometimes even scoring systems. The most obvious difference is in the point: steel tips have metal points for traditional bristle boards, while soft tips use flexible plastic points for electronic boards.
Statistics
- The distance from the throwing line (oche) to the dartboard is precisely 7 feet 9.25 inches (2.37 meters).
- The Women's World Darts Championship was established in 2001, with Trina Gulliver winning 10 titles.
- A perfect leg of 501 can be completed in nine darts, known in the sport as a "nine-darter."
- The first televised nine-dart finish was thrown by John Lowe in 1984, earning him £102,000.
- The Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) World Championship has been held since 1994, with Phil Taylor winning a record 14 titles.
- The standard height from the floor to the bullseye on a dartboard is 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 meters).
- The dartboard wire system known as "razor wire" reduced bounce-outs by approximately 60% when introduced.
- Statistical analysis reveals that professional players throw darts at an average speed of 40-60 miles per hour.
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Aiming Systems & Practice Routines
When I first started, I would just aim at whatever number I needed. But after watching some YouTube tutorials in 2018, I learned about the "clock" system. Imagine the board as a clock face. If you're aiming for the 20, but hit the 5, you're throwing too far to the right (clockwise). Adjust accordingly.
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