JURJEN VAN DER VELDE

Jurjen van der Velde (born 1998, Netherlands) is a rising talent in Dutch darts and a player quickly making a name for himself on the international PDC circuit. Known as “The Cobra”, Van der Velde has claimed 9 PDC titles and demonstrated the kind of composed, high-quality play that has become a hallmark of Dutch darts at the elite level. His smooth throwing style, consistent scoring, and ability to perform under pressure mark him as a serious prospect for future major honours. Playing in a golden era of Dutch darts — alongside van Gerwen, Nijman, and van Veen — Van der Velde has had to earn every ranking point against fierce competition, making his achievements all the more impressive. He continues to develop as a player and is widely regarded as a future contender for the sport’s biggest prizes.