Phil Taylor defeats Simon Whitlock in Premier League

Phil Taylor has moved one point clear at the top of the Premier League after he secured a 7-2 win over Simon Whitlock.

The 16-time world champion averaged over 107 as he produced a dominant display against Whitlock, despite his Australian opponent also averaging in three figures.

Michael van Gerwen recorded his first Premier League victory with a 7-3 triumph over fellow countryman Raymond van Barneveld.

Adrian Lewis suffered his third consecutive defeat as James Wade was clinical in seeing off the former world champion 7-4.

In the night's other matches, Andy Hamilton edged out Gary Anderson 7-5, while Robert Thornton won the final three legs of his match with Wes Newton to steal a 6-6 draw.