Beau Greaves has long been a dominant figure in women's darts, and she has now etched her name into the record books on the PDC Pro Tour by delivering three of the most memorable darts of her career. In a landmark achievement, the 22‑year‑old from Doncaster became the first woman to capture a PDC ranking title, edging out Michael Smith 8‑7 in the final of Players Championship 11 on Monday. Over the course of a week in Milton Keynes, Greaves won seven consecutive matches, culminating in a dramatic deciding‑leg finish that saw her hit a 142 checkout against the "Bully Boy" to seal a historic victory.
The two‑time Women’s World Matchplay champion navigated a gauntlet of former world champions on her way to the trophy, dispatching Rob Cross, Gary Anderson and finally Michael Smith in the last three rounds. After the match, Greaves admitted the experience was still sinking in, but she could clearly recall the exact combination that secured the win – T20, T20, D11 – describing them as three of the best darts she has ever thrown.
"It is absolutely amazing. I am still in a bit of shock now but it is something I can look back on and remember forever," Greaves told Sky Sports.
"I am chuffed and it will take me a while to get over it." When asked about her feelings the morning after the triumph, she said, "When I woke up that day I just felt really chilled and really comfortable. I was just happy and enjoying the games I was playing. The further you get, the harder the players get and to beat three world champions in a row just made it even more special.
The finish at the end was probably the best three darts I have ever thrown. Sometimes moments like that just happen and I had my day that day. I played really well and shocked myself. I was definitely nervous but luckily I got through it." While many competitors celebrated loudly, Greaves kept her reaction low‑key.
"I was invited to the pub but I said no," she said. "I went back to the hotel, had a slice of pizza and a hot chocolate, and went to bed. I called my family and that was enough for me." Greaves, who was the runner‑up at the World Youth Championship, has adapted seamlessly to life as a PDC Tour Card holder.
Her recent breakthrough pushes her within £4,000 of the provisional qualification spots for October’s World Grand Prix, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. In addition, she has recorded two nine‑darters in 2026, the latest of which came on the Development Tour on a Friday.
She acknowledges that the increased workload and higher standards have required extra effort, but she says she is genuinely enjoying the sport because she feels content in her personal life. "The Pro Tour is the level I have wanted to be at for a while and I seem to be performing well, getting good results and runs.
To hit my first nine‑darter there was really special. I am just really happy at the moment as well. I am really enjoying life.
I have always said I feel extremely lucky to play darts for a living and that comes into it. I just try and enjoy my life while I am young and not stress myself out too much," she explained.
As a trailblazer in a traditionally male‑dominated arena, Greaves knows that pressure is an inevitable part of the job. She says she copes by staying focused on her own game and by aiming to inspire young girls who might one day follow in her footsteps.
"There is more pressure in a way but I have always tried to concentrate on myself," she said. "Fallon (Sherrock) had her time and I have come along and I am trying to do that as well. I am trying to fly the flag for young girls out there.
I probably feel more pressure that way. I just want to be successful and give young girls someone to look up to.
I just try and play my game and enjoy everything I play in." When asked about future ambitions, particularly a place in the Premier League, Greaves remained realistic yet hopeful. "I would probably need to win the World Darts Championship to get into the Premier League," she said.
"I never thought I would win my first ranking title now, if ever, so I am just going to enjoy the moment, get back to practicing, and work hard. If I keep going the way I am, you never know where I might end up." The current Premier League champion, Luke Humphries, will defend his title this season, with matches broadcast every Thursday until May on Sky Sports. Fans can stream the action along with other top‑level darts coverage via NOW.
Greaves’s historic win, her remarkable three‑dart finish, and her determination to blaze a trail for future generations make her a compelling figure to watch as she continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the sport.