"Really enjoyed these weeks Down Under!" – From the zoo to the stage: Gian van Veen relished his World Series of Darts adventure

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Tuesday, 25 August 2026 at 09:15
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Gian van Veen has begun his journey back to the Netherlands after a memorable swing through Oceania. The Dutch darter spent recent weeks in Australia and New Zealand for the World Series of Darts double-header. On the oche, the trip delivered two quarter-final runs, while off stage Van Veen also enjoyed plenty of special moments.
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The 24-year-old featured at both the Australian Darts Masters and the New Zealand Darts Masters. He reached the last eight at both events, underlining his form on the international stage. Although Van Veen fell short of a semi-final, he can reflect on a successful stint on the other side of the world.
On Instagram, Van Veen has already looked back on the trip. “Really enjoyed these weeks Down Under!,” he wrote alongside a series of photos shared with his followers. It showed the journey was about more than just darts. Together with his girlfriend Kyana Frauenfelder, he regularly headed out to explore the surroundings.
The pair visited the famous Taronga Zoo in Sydney, among other sights. They also took in the world-renowned Sydney Opera House. Van Veen managed to blend a busy match schedule with some tourist outings. He captured various moments from the trip and shared them with his followers on social media.
Van Veen also produced several vlogs during his stay. He offered a glimpse into life on a World Series trip and showed what a spell in Australia and New Zealand entails. The local cuisine was put to the test as well. Van Veen sampled several culinary specialties, adding a lighter touch to his travels.

Baggage issue

The trip did not pass entirely without hiccups. Ahead of the New Zealand Darts Masters, Van Veen ran into an annoying baggage problem. His suitcases were left behind in Paris while he had already arrived in Auckland. In the end, he was able to play as planned and reached the quarter-finals again.
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Now it’s time to return to the Netherlands and refocus fully on darts. His next major target is the World Series of Darts Finals in Amsterdam. That prestigious event will be held from 17.09.2026 to 20.09.2026 at AFAS Live.
There, Van Veen gets the chance to build on his strong spell in front of a home crowd. After weeks filled with matches, travel, vlogs, and sightseeing, he heads back to the Netherlands in good spirits. The experiences in Oceania will surely whet the appetite for more, but first comes the hunt for success in Amsterdam.
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