Van Gerwen was unable to qualify for the play-offs in the Premier League for the first time last week. "I do think that the opponents think that I am more vulnerable than before", said Van Gerwen to RTL 7. "Although that could also mean their downfall. In my match against Michael Smith, for example, I noticed that he thought he was a favorite. "

"My mental capacity and concentration are still good", continues 'MVG'. "At times when the opponents take it a bit easier, I can still put them under considerable pressure, which is certainly positive."