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Welcome back to the Darts for Kids podcast with Darren Rees, the family-friendly darts podcast where kids and parents can discover the incredible stories behind the biggest stars in world darts. This episode is Part 2 of the amazing story of Gian van Veen, one of the most exciting young players in the PDC World Darts Championship era.

Perfect for young darts fans, families, and anyone learning about the sport, this episode explores how Dutch darts star Gian van Veen rose from a small village in the Netherlands to become one of the top ranked players in professional darts.

You’ll hear how Gian battled through dartitis, pressure, and setbacks, rebuilt his game, and stormed onto the PDC Challenge Tour and Development Tour, winning multiple titles and announcing himself as part of the next generation of world darts talent.

We relive his incredible journey through the PDC World Youth Championship, his dramatic European Championship victory, and his explosive run at the PDC World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace (Ally Pally) where he reached the world final against teenage sensation Luke Littler.

Along the way you’ll hear about giant averages, 180 scoring power, dramatic checkouts including the legendary 170 “Big Fish”, and one magical moment every darts fan dreams of… a perfect nine-dart finish.

But this story is about more than trophies. It’s about resilience, belief, and the remarkable meaning behind the name Gian.

If you love darts podcasts for kids, family sports podcasts, inspiring sporting stories, and the excitement of the PDC world of darts, this episode is packed with drama, inspiration and darting history.

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