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Newcastle Goes Dutch: BetMGM Premier League Darts Night 1 Recap

It was a show-stopping opening night of 2026 BetMGM Premier League Darts action in Newcastle.

Here’s everything you need to know from Night 1 in a nutshell:

Remember: with the latest offers and odds, expert weekly previews, tips, special features and more, the BetMGM Premier League Darts Hub is your front-row seat for the entire 2026 season.

How Night 1 Unfolded in Newcastle

The atmosphere was electric as BetMGM Premier League Darts roadshow rolled into a packed Utilita Arena in Newcastle for opening night.

The evening was defined by upset wins and tight contests, with Jonny Clayton’s superb 109 average in victory over Josh Rock and Littler’s first-round exit to Van Veen setting the tone for a dramatic conclusion.

Ultimately, it was Van Gerwen who stole the show.

After beating Stephen Bunting and a hard-fought semi-final victory over defending titlist Luke Humphries he faced Van Veen, the man who recently replaced him as Dutch number one, in the final.

A clinical display of finishing throughout the evening – his checkout percentage across all three games sat at almost 53% – saw him close out his first nightly victory since 2024 to claim the first five points of the season and the £10,000 winner's bonus.

BetMGM Premier League Darts Night 1 Results

Night 1 Bracket

Quarter-finals

  • Josh Rock 2-6 Jonny Clayton
  • Luke Littler 4-6 Gian van Veen
  • Luke Humphries 6-5 Gerwyn Price
  • Stephen Bunting 2-6 Michael van Gerwen

Semi-finals

  • Jonny Clayton 4-6 Gian van Veen
  • Luke Humphries 2-6 Michael van Gerwen

Final

  • Gian van Veen 4-6 Michael van Gerwen

View From the Floor

As always the BetMGM team was in the thick of things at the arena. Here’s a selection of the best bits from our point of view:

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Updated 2026 BetMGM Premier League Darts Table

Van Gerwen leads the way after picking up maximum points at the Utilita Arena, with Van Veen, Clayton and Humphries following close behind. Stephen Bunting, Josh Rock, Littler and Gerwyn Price prop up the table after Night 1 following their quarter-final exits.

Here’s the full 2026 BetMGM Premier League table after Night 1:

Night 1 Table

Next Up: Night 2 in Antwerp

The Premier League Darts season continues next Thursday as we head to the AFAS Dome in Antwerp for Night 2.

The opening matches are set, with a standout tie between Littler and Humphries to kick off the competition’s first-ever visit to Belgium promising to be a blockbuster.

Check out the latest odds for Night 2 here.

COMING SOON TO THE BETMGM PREMIER LEAGUE DARTS HUB

We have you covered all week long on the BetMGM Premier League Darts Hub. Here’s some of our exclusive content ahead of Night 2 and when you can expect it:

  • Early entry: All you need to know about Night 2 in Antwerp, packed with facts, promos & practical info & more. Out Monday.
  • Game on! Read our full Night 2 preview, including exclusive tips, key stats & more. Drops Tuesday.
  • BetMGM vs Laura Woods: Our ambassador makes her picks and pits her darting wits against the house. Laura won 1-0 on Night 1, can she do it again? Lands Wednesday.
  • It’s showtime! Browse our full repertoire of pre-match options or track our in-play odds as the action unfolds in Belgium. Explore it all here on Thursday.
  • About Last Night… We round up the best bits from Antwerp ahead of doing it all again in Glasgow for Night 3. Released Friday.

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