Beau Greaves returned to the PDC Women’s Series on Sunday 22 August and immediately re‑established her dominance. Producing back‑to‑back title wins to move within touching distance of her 60th crown on the circuit. After missing Saturday’s action, the Doncaster star arrived at the Matiolli Arena, Leicester with trademark precision. Bringing control and scoring power, collecting her 58th and 59th Women’s Series titles in a single afternoon.
Greaves, now firmly established as the standout force in the women’s game, wasted no time in setting the tone. Her morning campaign began with three consecutive whitewash victories, sweeping aside Jane Hawtin, Sue Lowther and Vicky Pruim without dropping a leg. The early rounds showcased the same ruthless efficiency that has defined her rise, with her scoring consistency and finishing accuracy immediately separating her from the field.
Fightback sparks title charge
Her run towards the Event 19 title was almost halted in the last‑16, where Gemma Hayter pushed her to the brink. Beau Greaves trailed 3‑2 and faced elimination, but the 22‑year‑old responded with the composure that has become her trademark. She reeled off the final legs to turn the match around and book her place in the quarter‑finals, keeping her hopes of a 58th title alive.
From there, she accelerated. Greaves overpowered Aileen de Graaf 5‑1 in the quarter‑finals, producing an average north of 96 and controlling the match from the opening visit. She then dispatched Kirsty Hutchinson 5‑2 in the semi‑finals, maintaining a steady scoring rhythm and leaving little room for resistance.
That set up a repeat of the 2025 Women’s World Matchplay semi‑final, as Greaves faced Lisa Ashton in the Event 19 final. Greaves’ afternoon campaign began in identical fashion. She opened Event 20 with back‑to‑back 4‑0 wins over Leanne Halls and Felicia Bay, once again asserting her authority with clean finishing and relentless scoring. The Doncaster star dropped just three legs across the entire event, underlining the gulf between her and the chasing pack.
Her momentum continued with consecutive 4‑1 victories over Louise Pearson and Rhian O’Sullivan. Both matches in which she controlled the pace and punished every loose visit. She then swept past Angela Kirkwood 5‑0 in the quarter‑finals, producing another display of near‑flawless consistency to reach the final four.
Whitewash seals title number 59
The final brought a rematch with Aileen de Graaf, but the Dutch player struggled to find her rhythm. Beau Greaves capitalised instantly, controlling every leg and producing an average above 91 to complete a 5‑0 whitewash. The victory secured her 59th Women’s Series title and capped a flawless Sunday in which she reasserted her position as the circuit’s dominant force.
Greaves’ ability to maintain high averages across multiple matches, combined with her finishing accuracy and tactical control, continues to set her apart. Her Sunday double not only strengthened her position at the top of the Women’s Series rankings but also moved her within one title of the landmark 60‑title milestone.
Beau Greaves remains firmly on top of the Women’s Series rankings, with Lisa Ashton and Fallon Sherrock occupying second and third place respectively. Gemma Hayter sits just behind them in fourth, currently holding the final qualification spot for the 2026/27 World Darts Championship.
The top three players from the final PDC Women’s Series rankings will qualify for the 2026/27 Paddy Power World Darts Championship, with the top‑ranked player also earning a place at the 2026 Mr Vegas Grand Slam of Darts. Greaves’ Sunday surge has strengthened her grip on both positions, and her form suggests she is well on course to secure both berths.
Beau Greaves: closing in on history
With 59 Women’s Series titles now to her name, Beau Greaves stands on the brink of another milestone. Her return on Sunday was a reminder of her ability to dominate fields with a blend of scoring power, finishing precision and tactical control. The Doncaster star continues to set the standard in the women’s game, and her march towards title number 60 looks increasingly inevitable.
Greaves’ Sunday double was not just a return. It was a statement. After missing Saturday’s action, she re‑entered the circuit with complete authority, sweeping through both events and reaffirming her status as the standout force in women’s darts. With major tournaments approaching and her form showing no sign of slowing, Greaves’ pursuit of further silverware looks set to continue.
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By Faz Ali
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