Emotional darts star on verge of ‘breakdown’ as manager forced to step in during press conference after shock home loss [Video]

DIMITRI VAN DEN BERGH was close to tears and a “breakdown” after flopping on home soil in the Flanders Trophy.

The UK Open champ had to be consoled by manager Mac Elkin in the post-match press conference after losing his opening clash in Antwerp.

Dimitri Van den Bergh was close to tears after his exit from the Flanders Darts TrophyCredit: Rex

The Belgian, 32, lost 6-2 to Andrew Gilding in the first big tournament in his home city.

The World No10, who beat world champ Luke Humphries in a controversial UK Open final in March, said: “At the minute I’m very, very emotional.

“My manager has been with me since the start of my career and I could break down in the middle of this interview.”

“Dreammaker” Van den Bergh didn’t continue in the press conference and Elkin then carried on for him.

He said: “I’ve just spoken to Dimitri and …