Danny Noppert has earned widespread praise for his classy reaction after missing out on a place in the 2026 Premier League Darts line-up.
The Dutchman was one of several high-profile names left out when the PDC confirmed the eight-player field earlier this week, with Luke Littler, Luke Humphries, Gian van Veen and Michael van Gerwen joined by Jonny Clayton, Gerwyn Price, Stephen Bunting and Josh Rock.
Noppert had been widely tipped to feature after another consistent year on the tour, leading many fans to label his omission as “harsh” and even claim he had been “robbed” of a spot. However, rather than expressing frustration, the former UK Open champion responded with composure and positivity.
Taking to social media, Noppert posted a measured message thanking supporters for their backing and making it clear his focus remains firmly on performance rather than selection debates.
He wrote:
“Thank you all for the messages and support. Of course I would have loved to be part of the Premier League, but decisions are decisions. I’ll keep working hard, keep improving and focus on the tournaments ahead.”
The response was quickly applauded by fans and fellow professionals, many highlighting the contrast between Noppert’s calm reaction and the heated discussion surrounding the Premier League choices.
Supporters pointed to his professionalism and consistency as reasons he remains one of the most respected figures on the circuit, even without the weekly Premier League spotlight.
With a packed darts calendar still to come — including major ranking events and European Tour stops — Noppert will have no shortage of opportunities to make his case on the board. And judging by his response, the Dutch star appears determined to let his darts do the talking rather than dwell on what might have been.
For many fans, his dignified reaction only reinforced the belief that, Premier League or not, Danny Noppert remains a class act.
