Clayton Regains Top Spot in Premier League with Thrilling Victory

Jonny Clayton has reclaimed the top position in the Premier League standings after securing a thrilling 6-5 win over Michael van Gerwen on Night 10 in Brighton. This victory propelled Clayton to 24 points, surpassing Luke Littler, who now holds the second spot with 21 points, and Gerwyn Price, who is in third place with 19 points. Van Gerwen's performance earned him a spot in the top four with 16 points, following his fourth nightly final appearance. Clayton's win marked his third nightly victory in the 2026 campaign and was a testament to his resilience, as he staged an incredible comeback. The match began with Clayton taking an early lead, but Van Gerwen quickly regained control, winning three consecutive legs to take a 3-1 advantage. However, Clayton mounted a remarkable fightback, winning four legs in a row, including a crucial bullseye finish to level the game. Ultimately, Clayton emerged victorious, declaring that it was now Littler's turn to chase him. In the lead-up to the final, Clayton defeated Josh Rock 6-4, avenging his previous two Premier League losses to Rock. He also overcame Luke Humphries in a deciding leg, ending the defending champion's hopes of defending his title. Van Gerwen's path to the final included a hard-fought 6-5 win over Stephen Bunting and a 6-4 victory over Gian van Veen. The night's other notable results included Bunting's 6-4 win over Littler and Rock's 6-3 victory over Price.