Clayton Reclaims Top Spot in Premier League Table

Jonny Clayton has regained the top position in the Premier League table after securing a thrilling 6-5 victory over Michael van Gerwen on Night 10 in Brighton. This win propelled Clayton to 24 points, surpassing Luke Littler, who now holds the second position with 21 points, and Gerwyn Price, who is third with 19 points. Van Gerwen's progress to the nightly final earned him a spot in the top four with 16 points. Clayton's win marked his third nightly victory in the 2026 campaign and was a remarkable comeback. The match began with Clayton taking the lead with a 140 checkout, but Van Gerwen soon took control, winning three consecutive legs to lead 3-1. However, Clayton staged an impressive fightback, winning four consecutive legs, including a notable 84 checkout on the bullseye to level the game. Clayton ultimately emerged victorious, declaring that it is now Littler's turn to chase him. "I thought the game was over, but he missed and gave me a chance. We have to take chances, and the last leg was probably my best of the game," Clayton stated. Clayton's path to the final included a 6-4 win over Josh Rock, avenging his previous two Premier League defeats. He also defeated Luke Humphries 6-5 in a deciding leg, ending Humphries' title defense hopes. Van Gerwen's journey to the final included a tough 6-5 win over Stephen Bunting and a 6-4 victory over Gian van Veen in the quarters. Other notable results from the night included Bunting's 6-4 win over Littler and Rock's 6-3 victory over Price.