Van Gerwen played significantly better than in the three games prior and eventually managed to overcome Bully Boy 8-5.
"I made it very difficult for myself, because there was now a lot of pressure on the match", a relieved van Gerwen told RTL7Darts.
"Three defeats in a row is not something that often happens to me, so I just have to make sure that it goes better. Today (Sunday) it was fine and under this pressure I showed good form", continued MVG.
Mighty Mike ended the match with a kiss on his wedding ring and a gesture to the camera.
"It is difficult now and then. Of course you will be away from home for a week and next week I will not be home yet. If it does not work then you also make it extra difficult for yourself", van Gerwen concluded to RTL7Darts.