Beau Greaves has captured the imagination of darts fans worldwide, and many are already speculating about her next big step: a place in the Premier League. Sky Sports analyst Laura Turner summed it up perfectly when she said, "There’s no ceiling – she’s still getting better." At just 22 years old, Greaves has already rewritten the record books, becoming the first woman to claim a PDC ranking title after edging Michael Smith 8-7 in the final of Players Championship 11. Her triumph in Milton Keynes was nothing short of dramatic. After winning seven consecutive matches, she sealed the victory with a breathtaking 142 checkout on the deciding leg, a moment that will be remembered as a milestone in darts history.
Greaves, a two‑time Women’s World Matchplay champion, dispatched three former world champions on her way to the trophy – Rob Cross, Gary Anderson and Michael Smith. Turner recalled watching the match live, noting how Greaves handled the pressure with poise despite the high‑stakes environment. "She’s human, of course, but she never lets the tension show," Turner told Sky Sports.
"Her throw is incredibly smooth, and she executes it flawlessly." Since mid‑2022, Greaves has amassed an astonishing 53 Women’s Series titles, a feat that has propelled her onto the ProTour stage. Turner highlighted that Greaves has already proven herself on the Challenge Tour, Development Tour and now the ProTour, suggesting that her rapid ascent is a sign of things to come.
"To achieve a ProTour win in her first year on the circuit is truly remarkable," Turner said. "It’s a clear indicator that she can compete at the highest level and that there’s no limit to what she can accomplish." The victory also brings Greaves tantalisingly close to the provisional qualification spots for the World Grand Prix, leaving her just £4,000 shy of the cutoff.
In addition, she has recorded two nine‑dart finishes in 2026, the latest of which came on the Development Tour. Turner believes that as Greaves becomes more comfortable on television, her win tally will continue to rise. "When the fear fades, she’ll start racking up more titles.
The sky’s the limit for her," Turner asserted. Mark Webster, a veteran of Sky Sports Darts, echoed these sentiments. "I’m not surprised at all – I expected her to win a Pro Tour event sometime this year," he said.
"She averaged over 98 throughout the day and was incredibly consistent. Her performance against Rob Cross in a last‑leg decider, where he averaged 105, and her demolition of Gary Anderson in the semi‑final were proof of her class." Webster also pointed out that Greaves has overcome previous technical issues, such as a problematic release, and that her recent success will boost her confidence. "She’s now less than £20,000 away from the Match Play prize, and she’s only been on tour for six months. If she can gatecrash that, it would be a massive achievement," he added.
He suggested that the next logical step for Greaves would be to qualify for a European Tour event and eventually target a major championship. Former PDC commentator Michael Bridge agreed, noting that Greaves’ dominance in the Women’s Series has already set the stage for further ProTour victories.
"If she keeps performing like this, she could qualify for majors very soon. Nothing can stop her except herself, because she prefers playing against women," Bridge said. He recalled the impact of earlier trailblazers like Fallon Sherrock and Lisa Ashton, and expressed confidence that Greaves will become a regular fixture at Alexandra Palace in the coming years. After the win, an emotional Greaves confessed she never imagined she would lift a PDC title.
"I never thought I’d win one of these – it’s unbelievable. I’m so proud and happy," she said. She reflected on beating players she grew up watching, such as Gary Anderson, and described the achievement as her greatest to date, even surpassing her three‑time WDF Women’s World Championship titles.
Greaves first burst onto the PDC scene in 2023, earning praise from former champion Wayne Mardle, who called her "world‑class." Since then, she has consistently demonstrated her ability to compete with the best, including a narrow 6‑5 semi‑final win over world‑number‑one Luke Littler at the Youth World Championships. She also made a deep run in the UK Open, pushing seasoned pros like Luke Humphries to the brink. Her progression has been methodical rather than rushed.
After battling dartitis early in her career, Greaves gradually rebuilt her game across the Development Tour, Challenge Tour and Women’s Series, accumulating titles and experience along the way. This steady climb has earned admiration from peers and commentators alike. Luke Littler, after losing to Greaves, posted on X, "Fair play to Beau – all the best in Minehead. Some talent." Likewise, Luke Humphries predicted that Greaves will break into the top 64 within two years if she remains relaxed and pressure‑free.
Looking ahead, the question on everyone’s mind is whether Greaves will earn a spot in the Premier League. While the current champion, Luke Humphries, will defend his title, the possibility of a young woman breaking into this elite competition adds an exciting narrative to the season. With her relentless improvement, growing confidence, and a string of high‑profile victories, Beau Greaves appears poised to challenge the status quo and perhaps one day become the first female competitor in the Premier League Darts.
The darts world will be watching closely as she continues to push boundaries and rewrite what is possible in the sport.