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Premier League Darts: Humphries’ Career Highlight in Leeds, Secures Play-Off Berth

Michael van Gerwen secured his place in the Premier League Darts play-offs despite losing 6-5 to Luke Humphries in the night 15 final. Humphries’ win was his fourth of the season, matching the records of Van Gerwen and Luke Littler. The victory kept Humphries in contention for the top spot, ensuring him a spot in the play-offs at London’s O2 Arena. The last week of the regular season will determine the fixtures based on the league standings with Nathan Aspinall facing Michael Smith for the final play-off spot.

Humphries considered the win in Leeds the city of his football team Leeds United a career highlight. He admitted to feeling tired from juggling various darts events but delivered a superb performance even debuting a new walk-on song. Despite a less impressive final, Humphries maintained consistency throughout. Van Gerwen run to the final secured his spot in the play-offs where he aims to clinch his eighth Premier League title. The top four players after the group stage advance to the play-off night with matches decided based on points, nights won and matches won.

Premier League Darts Night 16 is set to unfold in Sheffield showcasing quarter-final clashes including Luke Littler against Peter Wright, Nathan Aspinall versus Michael Smith, Luke Humphries taking on Gerwyn Price and Michael van Gerwen facing Rob Cross.

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