Clayton Regains Top Spot in Premier League with Thrilling Victory

Jonny Clayton has reclaimed the top position in the Premier League table after securing a 6-5 win over Michael van Gerwen on Night 10 in Brighton. Clayton's triumph marked his third nightly win of the 2026 campaign and showcased an impressive comeback. The Welshman initially took the lead with a 140 checkout but faced significant pressure as Van Gerwen took three consecutive legs. However, Clayton mounted a remarkable fightback, winning four legs in a row, including a notable 84 checkout on the bullseye to level the game. Clayton expressed confidence after his win, stating it's time for Luke Littler to start chasing him again. Van Gerwen's performance earned him a spot in the top four with 16 points, while Littler and Gerwyn Price trail behind Clayton in the standings. The night also saw significant matches, including Van Gerwen's win over Stephen Bunting and Clayton's earlier victory over Josh Rock. Defending champion Luke Humphries suffered a damaging loss to Clayton, jeopardizing his chances of defending his title at Finals Night.