Alex Hewitt-Clay secured a crucial 3-1 victory over Craig Shand, strengthening his hold on second place with a perfect 5/5 record and 19 points. Despite losing the opening game narrowly, Hewitt-Clay's strong comeback with three consecutive wins highlights his resilience. Shand, positioned third with 11 points and two matches remaining, still has a chance to close the gap. This result shifts the head-to-head balance, giving Hewitt-Clay the edge in their rivalry.