Beau Greaves has once again dominated the PDC Women’s Series, clinching her third Women’s World Matchplay crown in four seasons with a nail‑biting 6‑5 victory over Fallon Sherrock in Blackpool. The 22‑year‑old Doncaster‑born archer‑turned‑dart‑player opened her campaign with a comfortable 5‑1 win over Finland’s Kirsi Viinikainen, then weathered a close contest against Gemma Hayter before moving on to the final. In that showdown, Sherrock surged ahead to level the match at 5‑5, but Greaves steadied herself, hitting a decisive 56 checkout to secure the title.
Despite the triumph, Greaves admitted that the experience left her feeling "deflated" and that she sensed a collective desire for her to lose. "I didn’t really enjoy it too much," she said. "It felt like everyone wanted me to lose, so after that I thought maybe I should concentrate on improving my darts on the men’s side and work on my ranking." Her comments highlight the growing tension between competing in the women’s circuit and pursuing a place on the professional men’s tour. Greaves’ record in the Women’s Series is staggering: she has amassed 57 titles to date, a figure that dwarfs most of her peers.
Yet she acknowledges that the women’s game can become "a bit stale" once a player reaches the summit. "When you’ve hit the target, there’s nothing left to aim for," she explained. "That’s why I’m turning my attention to the Pro Tour and the Euro Tour events I’ve qualified for. I love the challenges those competitions bring." Her ambition is not limited to the women’s calendar.
In 2026 she became the first woman to win a PDC ranking event, edging Michael Smith 8‑7 in the Players Championship 11 final at the Winter Gardens. That victory not only earned her a place in the 2026 Mr Vegas Grand Slam of Darts but also secured a slot in the 2027 Paddy Power World Darts Championship, where she will join the ranks of the sport’s elite. Greaves sees these milestones as stepping stones rather than endpoints.
"Winning a Pro Tour event lifted my ranking and gave me confidence," she said. "I’ve reached quarter‑finals and semi‑finals, but the real test is consistently beating the top men.
I have a long way to go, but I’m willing to work harder and believe in myself." When asked about her stage presence, Greaves was candid about the need for improvement. "I play darts for fun, but now it’s my job," she remarked. "I love the game and can’t get enough of it, yet I know my stage game still needs work. I win floor tournaments, but the pressure of the big stage is a different beast." Sherrock, who fell just short in a last‑leg decider for the second year running, praised Greaves’ performance.
"Beau deserved to win; she was the better player," she said, adding that the loss could serve as a catalyst for her own season. Both players expressed optimism about the future, with Sherrock aiming to qualify for the World Championship and Greaves focusing on the men’s circuit. Looking ahead, Greaves has already qualified for several Pro Tour events, including the Hungarian Darts Trophy and the Czech Darts Open, further cementing her presence on the men’s side. She admits that inconsistency remains a hurdle.
"I can be very consistent one day and completely off the next," she explained. "That’s something I need to iron out if I want to climb the rankings and compete regularly with the best." Beyond the immediate tournaments, Greaves sees her role as a trailblazer for women in darts.
"Supporting the ladies’ game is massive," she said. "Being the first woman to win a PDC ranking title shows what’s possible, and I hope it inspires more female players to aim higher." In summary, Beau Greaves’ recent success in the Women’s Series is both a testament to her skill and a catalyst for a new phase in her career. While she continues to collect titles—three Women’s World Matchplay crowns (2023, 2024, 2026), a Players Championship win (2026), two Challenge Tour victories (2025), and multiple Development Tour successes—her primary focus is shifting toward the men’s Pro Tour.
She acknowledges the challenges ahead, from refining her stagecraft to achieving greater consistency, but her determination and belief in her abilities remain unwavering. At just 22, Greaves has already rewritten the record books and is poised to break even more barriers as she pursues her Tour Card and aims to become a regular contender on the men’s circuit.