Clayton Secures Night Three Honours in Glasgow

A night defined by structure, composure and execution under pressure. Proceedings began with a significant development as Michael van Gerwen withdrew due to a medical issue, granting Luke Littler a bye into the semi-finals and reshaping the competitive landscape from the outset. Jonny Clayton responded with authority, producing three measured, high-quality performances at the OVO Hydro to secure Night Three honours and move to the top of the 2026 BetMGM Premier League table.

The 2021 champion overcame Gerwyn Price, Luke Littler and Gian van Veen to collect the £10,000 nightly bonus, delivering control in critical phases and clinical precision on the outer ring.

Returning to a venue where he also triumphed in 2022, Clayton looked assured from the opening leg. A 6-3 quarter-final victory over Price ended a ten-match losing run against his World Cup partner, converting six of ten attempts at double in a display built on efficiency and timing.

The standard rose again in the semi-finals. A commanding 6-1 win over world number one Luke Littler, supported by a 101 average, underlined Clayton’s authority and reinforced his control of the scoring phases.

By the final, he had established complete command of the night.

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2026 BetMGM Premier League

Night Three – OVO Hydro, Glasgow
Thursday February 19

Quarter-Finals
Gian van Veen 6-3 Stephen Bunting
Luke Humphries 6-2 Josh Rock
Luke Littler BYE (Michael van Gerwen withdrew)
Jonny Clayton 6-3 Gerwyn Price

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Semi-Finals

Gian van Veen 6-5 Luke Humphries
Jonny Clayton 6-1 Luke Littler

Van Veen continued his strong start to the campaign with a deciding-leg victory over reigning champion Luke Humphries. Recovering from 3-1 down and surviving two match darts, the Dutchman progressed despite Humphries averaging 103 and landing seven 180s.

Clayton’s progression was more decisive. His 6-1 dismantling of Littler was controlled throughout, maintaining scoreboard pressure and limiting opportunities.

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The Final

Jonny Clayton 6-2 Gian van Veen

Clayton established immediate authority, claiming the opening two legs in 28 darts.

Although Van Veen reduced the deficit to 3-2, the momentum remained firmly with the Welshman. His scoring stability and measured finishing dictated the closing exchanges.

Three of the final four legs followed. A precise 156 checkout provided the defining moment, before double top confirmed a comprehensive 6-2 victory.

104.35 average. Clinical doubling. Night Three secured.

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Clayton on Confidence and Momentum

“When your finishing goes well the confidence is up, and tonight was my night,” Clayton reflected.

“I’m enjoying myself, and when you enjoy what you’re doing, things seem to happen for you.

“I’ve got a bit of experience in the Premier League. This is my favourite tournament, and I know what you’ve got to do to get to Finals Night.

“Hopefully this is going to be a push in the right direction. I’m doing alright so far!”

On this evidence, that confidence is fully justified.

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League Picture

Clayton’s victory moves him to the summit after three nights, capitalising on Van Gerwen’s absence.

Van Veen sits third following a second nightly final appearance in three weeks, while Humphries and Littler remain firmly within reach as the table begins to take shape.

Night Three belonged to Clayton who was composed in decisive moments and precise when opportunity presented itself.

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Night Three – Key Insights

180s: 32
Highest Average: 105.95 (Luke Humphries)
Highest Checkout: 156 (Jonny Clayton)

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Up Next: Belfast

The Premier League roadshow moves to Belfast.

Luke Littler v Jonny Clayton

Stephen Bunting v Luke Humphries

Michael van Gerwen v Gerwyn Price

Gian van Veen v Josh Rock

Clayton returns as table leader. Rock steps onto home soil. Established rivalries resume immediately.

Three nights in, the structure of the season is emerging and the margins remain exacting.

 

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