Premier League Darts 2026: Michael van Gerwen reigns supreme with Night One victory as Luke Littler loses in quarter-finals | Darts News

Michael van Gerwen made a major statement by winning the first night of the 2026 Darts Premier League with a 6-4 victory over Gian van Veen in the final.

In the all-Dutch final, it was Van Gerwen who looked the most comfortable and the night's victory proved to be a step too far for Van Veen on his first night.

By becoming world number 3 at the World Darts Championship, Van Veen took the Dutch number 1 title from Van Gerwen, with “The Green Machine” having to relinquish that title for the first time in over a decade.

But Van Gerwen made sure to remind everyone why he held the position for so long.

Remarkably, Van Gerwen didn't pick up a night victory in the 2025 Premier League, but made sure it was a perfect start to 2026 by promising to enjoy his darts.

“It’s definitely a good performance,” Van Gerwen said. Aerial sports.

“Without playing my best match, I still won it. I was stable and had fantastic finishes at the right moments.

“I know I can do better, but that gives you confidence. Winning matches is the best medicine.”

After Night One, Van Gerwen leads the table with five points, with Van Veen second on three points, Jonny Clayton and Luke Humphries on two, then Gerwyn Price, Luke Littler, Stephen Bunting and Josh Rock on zero points.

What's next…

Who will win this year's Premier League Darts? Luke Humphries will defend his title and you can watch the action every Thursday from February to May on Sky Sports. Stream darts and many other top sports with NOW.