Dave Payne delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Shaun Spear, solidifying his hold on 4th place with 10 points. This win extends his unbeaten head-to-head record against Spear and boosts his chances to climb higher in the standings with three matches left. Meanwhile, Spear remains 5th with 4 points but still has opportunities to improve his position in the key stages of the league.