Luke Humphries Defends Noa-Lynn van Leuven's Right to Compete
- Noa-Lynn van Leuven, a transgender darts player, is facing Michael van Gerwen in a match tonight.
- She transitioned in 2021 and has been subject to criticism and calls for exclusion from women's events.
- Luke Humphries supports her participation and advises her to stay off social media for her well-being.
Luke Humphries has come to the defense of Noa-Lynn van Leuven, a transgender darts player, as she prepares to face veteran Michael van Gerwen on Saturday night. Van Leuven, who transitioned in 2021, has faced controversy and calls to be barred from women's-only events. Notably, Deta Hedman withdrew from a match against van Leuven earlier this year, citing her opposition to competing against players born male. Humphries emphasized that van Leuven is not violating any rules. He expressed sympathy for her situation and advised her to refrain from social media to avoid negativity. Humphries is set to begin his own campaign shortly. He expressed his excitement for the competitive season ahead, reflecting on the atmosphere around key tournament events, including the Grand Slam and World Championships. As van Leuven prepares for her match, Humphries hopes she can find success and encouragement amidst the scrutiny she faces.