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 marks Clayton's third nightly win of the 2026 campaign and was a remarkable comeback. Clayton now leads with 24 points, followed by Luke Littler with 21 points and Gerwyn Price with 19 points. Van Gerwen's run to the final has moved him back into the top four with 16 points. Clayton's path to victory included a stunning 140 checkout and a dramatic comeback from 5-2 down, winning four consecutive legs to level the game. He then took the final leg to seal the win. In the post-match interview, Clayton expressed his confidence, stating it is time for Littler to start chasing him again. The Premier League Darts continues, with the defending champion Luke Humphries facing an uphill battle to retain his title.