Clayton Impressed by Littler's Composure in Hostile Rotterdam Crowd

Welsh darts player Jonny Clayton praised Luke Littler's ability to remain unfazed by a hostile crowd in Rotterdam, as Clayton secured his second consecutive nightly win in the Premier League. Clayton's victory extended his lead at the top of the table to five points, with 29 points accumulated in just 11 weeks. He overcame home favorite Michael van Gerwen, Josh Rock, and Littler to emerge victorious at the Rotterdam Ahoy. Clayton began the final trailing 2-0 but rallied to take three legs straight, eventually sealing the win with a clutch 78 outshot. Littler threatened a comeback but Clayton capitalized on his opponent's profligate finishing to take the win. Clayton jokingly said he wouldn't comment on Littler to avoid being 'beaten up,' but praised the world champion's attitude, throw, and mentality. Littler bolstered his chances of a Play-Off spot by making his fourth final in seven weeks, moving up to 24 points in the standings. The Premier League heads to Liverpool next, with the race for the Play-Offs intensifying. Home hero Stephen Bunting will face Clayton, while Luke Humphries takes on Littler. The top four players will progress to Finals Night at The O2 in London on May 28.