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. This victory propelled Clayton to 24 points, surpassing Luke Littler, who is now in second place with 21 points, and Gerwyn Price, who is third with 19 points. Van Gerwen's run to the final earned him a spot back in the top four with 16 points. Clayton's win marked his third nightly victory of the 2026 campaign and was a remarkable comeback. After starting strong with a 140 checkout, Clayton faced pressure as Van Gerwen took the lead 3-1. However, Clayton staged a fightback, taking 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 Littler to start chasing him again. He reflected on his experience and the need to take chances, emphasizing the importance of playing well to reach Finals night. Clayton's path to the final included avenging previous defeats to Josh Rock with a 6-4 victory. He also snapped a three-week quarter-final losing streak by defeating Luke Humphries 6-5. Van Gerwen had a tough battle against Stephen Bunting, winning 6-5, and also defeated Gian van Veen 6-4 in an all-Dutch clash. The night saw other notable matches, including Bunting's 6-4 win over Littler and Rock's 6-3 victory over Price. The Premier League Darts continues, with defending champion Luke Humphries facing challenges in his title defense.