Jonny Clayton Wins Premier League Darts Night Three in Glasgow on February 19 2026

Jonny Clayton won Premier League Darts Night Three in Glasgow with a 6-2 final win over Gian van Veen. This is his first nightly win of 2026.
By Newsroom | Sports, Darts |

Jonny Clayton has emerged victorious at the third night of the 2026 Premier League Darts season, held in Glasgow. The Welshman defeated Gian van Veen in the final match, marking his first nightly win of the year and propelling him to the top of the early league standings. The event was impacted by the withdrawal of Michael van Gerwen due to illness, which led to Luke Littler receiving a bye to the semi-finals.

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Event Details and Timeline

The third night of the Premier League Darts took place on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland. The evening featured a series of quarter-final, semi-final, and final matches.

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  • Quarter-finals:

  • Gian van Veen defeated Stephen Bunting 6-3.

  • Luke Humphries defeated Josh Rock 6-2.

  • Michael van Gerwen withdrew due to a medical issue, resulting in Luke Littler receiving a bye to the semi-finals.

  • Jonny Clayton defeated Gerwyn Price 6-3.

  • Semi-finals:

  • Gian van Veen defeated Luke Humphries 6-5.

  • Jonny Clayton defeated Luke Littler 6-1.

  • Final:

  • Jonny Clayton defeated Gian van Veen 6-2.

Key Performances and Outcomes

Jonny Clayton's path to victory included a significant 6-1 win over Luke Littler in the semi-finals and a decisive 6-2 victory against Gian van Veen in the final. Clayton's performance in the final was highlighted by a strong finish, including a 156 checkout to seal the title.

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  • Clayton's Victories:

  • Quarter-final: Beat Gerwyn Price 6-3.

  • Semi-final: Beat Luke Littler 6-1.

  • Final: Beat Gian van Veen 6-2.

Gian van Veen reached the final after defeating Stephen Bunting in the quarter-finals and Luke Humphries in a close semi-final match. Despite reaching the final, Van Veen has now been defeated in two finals this season.

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  • Van Veen's Matches:

  • Quarter-final: Beat Stephen Bunting 6-3.

  • Semi-final: Beat Luke Humphries 6-5.

  • Final: Lost to Jonny Clayton 6-2.

Michael van Gerwen's Absence

Michael van Gerwen's withdrawal due to illness meant he received no league points for the night and incurred a negative leg difference. This also led to Luke Littler advancing to the semi-finals without playing a quarter-final match. Littler secured two points but has won only one match overall this year.

League Standings Impact

Clayton's win in Glasgow places him at the top of the Premier League Darts table. He is followed by Michael van Gerwen, who, despite missing the night, remains in a strong position. Gian van Veen is also a notable contender in the early standings. Josh Rock and Stephen Bunting remain winless after the first three weeks.

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Commentary and Reactions

Commentators noted Jonny Clayton's confident play throughout the evening, with one observing he was "enjoying himself." Clayton himself described the win as "a great honour."

Upcoming Fixtures

The next Premier League Darts event, Night Four, is scheduled for Thursday, February 26, 2026, at the SSE Arena in Belfast. The order of play includes:

  • Luke Littler v Jonny Clayton

  • Stephen Bunting v Luke Humphries

  • Michael van Gerwen v Gerwyn Price

  • Gian van Veen v Josh Rock

Evidence

  • Results from Night Three in Glasgow (February 19, 2026):

  • Stephen Bunting 3-6 Gian van Veen

  • Luke Humphries 6-2 Josh Rock

  • Michael van Gerwen v Luke Littler (bye) - Van Gerwen withdrew.

  • Jonny Clayton 6-3 Gerwyn Price

  • Gian van Veen 6-5 Luke Humphries

  • Luke Littler 1-6 Jonny Clayton

  • Gian van Veen 2-6 Jonny Clayton

  • Jonny Clayton's semi-final victory: 6-1 against Luke Littler. (Article 5, 6, 7)

  • Jonny Clayton's final victory: 6-2 against Gian van Veen, including a 156 checkout. (Article 4, 8)

  • Michael van Gerwen's withdrawal: Due to a medical issue/illness. (Article 1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9)

  • Luke Littler's bye to the semi-finals: Resulting from Van Gerwen's withdrawal. (Article 1, 5, 6, 7, 8)

  • Jonny Clayton's position in league standings: Top of the table after Night Three. (Article 1, 8)

  • Gian van Veen's runner-up status: Beaten in two finals. (Article 1, 8)

  • Stephen Bunting and Josh Rock: Remain winless. (Article 1)

  • Jonny Clayton's previous record against Gerwyn Price: The win ended a run of 10 straight defeats. (Article 6, 7)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who won the Premier League Darts Night Three in Glasgow on February 19, 2026?
Jonny Clayton won the Premier League Darts Night Three in Glasgow. He beat Gian van Veen 6-2 in the final match, marking his first win of the year.
Q: How did Jonny Clayton reach the final in Glasgow on February 19, 2026?
Jonny Clayton defeated Gerwyn Price 6-3 in the quarter-finals and then beat Luke Littler 6-1 in the semi-finals to reach the final.
Q: What happened to Michael van Gerwen at Premier League Darts Night Three in Glasgow?
Michael van Gerwen withdrew from the event in Glasgow on February 19, 2026, due to illness. This meant Luke Littler received a bye to the semi-finals.
Q: What is the impact of Jonny Clayton's win on the Premier League Darts standings after February 19, 2026?
Jonny Clayton's victory in Glasgow has put him at the top of the Premier League Darts league table. Gian van Veen is also a strong contender in the early standings.
Q: When and where is the next Premier League Darts event after Glasgow?
The next Premier League Darts event, Night Four, is scheduled for Thursday, February 26, 2026, at the SSE Arena in Belfast.