Clayton Regains Top Spot in Premier League with Thrilling Victory

Jonny Clayton has made a remarkable comeback to secure the top spot in the Premier League table, surpassing Luke Littler and Gerwyn Price with a total of 24 points. His 6-5 victory over Michael van Gerwen on Night 10 in Brighton marked his third nightly win of the 2026 campaign. Van Gerwen, despite the loss, moved back into the top four with 16 points. Clayton's win was a testament to his incredible comeback skills, as he recovered from a 5-2 deficit to take the game. The Welshman started strong with a 140 checkout but soon found himself under pressure as Van Gerwen took the lead. However, Clayton mounted an impressive fightback, taking four legs in a row, including a stunning 84 checkout on the bullseye to level the game. He eventually emerged victorious, declaring it's time for Littler to start chasing him again. Clayton's road to the final included a 6-4 win over Josh Rock, avenging his previous defeats, and a deciding-leg victory over Luke Humphries. Van Gerwen, on the other hand, had a tough battle against Stephen Bunting, ultimately winning 6-5. The night also saw Bunting defeat Littler 6-4, and Rock secure a 6-3 win over Price. The Premier League Darts action continues every Thursday until May on Sky Sports.