Beau Greaves, the 21-year-old English darts prodigy, continues to dominate the PDC Women’s Series with an iron grip, cementing her status as the world’s top female player. Her remarkable 2025 season, marked by nine consecutive tournament victories and an unbeaten streak of 52 matches, has made her a force to be reckoned with. However, her unparalleled success has been overshadowed by controversial and bizarre comments on social media, with some users falsely speculating about her gender identity, including one particularly inflammatory remark: “That’s nothing but contempt for humanity.” These remarks, rooted in misinformation, have sparked debate within the darts community, casting a shadow over Greaves’ achievements as she prepares for the Grand Slam of Darts and a potential PDC World Championship appearance.
Greaves’ dominance in 2025 has been nothing short of extraordinary. She has clinched 12 of the 18 PDC Women’s Series tournaments this year, amassing £29,600 in prize money—more than double that of her closest rival, Fallon Sherrock, who trails with £11,900. Her latest triumphs came in Milton Keynes, where she dispatched Sherrock 5-1 in the Event 19 final and Lisa Ashton 5-3 in Event 20, showcasing her precision and composure. “I am really enjoying the game at the minute, and that’s a big part of my game,” Greaves said after her back-to-back titles in Leicester earlier this year. “I am trying to push myself this year. I played at Q School, I’ve had some good wins on the Challenge Tour and I have played my first ProTour now.” Her record-extending 30 Women’s Series titles since joining the circuit in 2022 highlight her meteoric rise, with a 91.2% match win rate underscoring her consistency.
Yet, as Greaves continues to rewrite the record books, she has faced a wave of online criticism, with some detractors misgendering her and questioning her place in women’s darts. The comments, described as “bizarre” and unfounded, have drawn ire from fans and players alike, who see them as an attempt to undermine her achievements. The controversy echoes broader debates in darts, particularly surrounding transgender participation, as seen with Noa-Lynn van Leuven’s historic qualification for the PDC World Championship. Greaves, however, has remained focused on her game, choosing to let her performances speak for themselves. “You have a target on your back, but I quite enjoy that side of the game, and I am just focused on enjoying every game that I play,” she remarked, reflecting her resilience in the face of scrutiny.
The PDC Women’s Series, now in its fourth year, has become a vital platform for female players, with the top two in the Order of Merit earning spots at the PDC World Championship and the top-ranked player securing a Grand Slam of Darts berth. Greaves, already assured of both, is also a contender for a PDC Tour Card via the Development Tour, where she leads after 15 of 24 events. Her decision to prioritize the WDF Women’s World Championship over the PDC’s Alexandra Palace event in 2024 sparked discussion, with Greaves candid about her reluctance to compete against men on televised stages. “I just don’t think we will ever be good enough to play against the likes of Luke Humphries, Michael van Gerwen or Luke Littler,” she said, emphasizing the gap in consistency between men’s and women’s darts. “You’re facing a losing battle before you’ve even thrown a dart.”
Despite her dominance, Greaves faced a rare setback at the 2025 Women’s World Matchplay, falling 5-3 to Lisa Ashton in the semi-finals. Her response was emphatic, rattling off seven straight Women’s Series titles, including a 98.62 average in a 5-3 win over van Leuven in Event 13. Her ability to post high averages—often exceeding 90—has drawn comparisons to the men’s game, yet she remains committed to elevating women’s darts. “I think having tournaments for the women is important,” she told pundits, advocating for more opportunities like the Women’s World Matchplay to showcase female talent.
As the PDC Women’s Series heads toward its final four events on October 18-19, Greaves is the clear favorite to maintain her top spot. Her challengers, including Sherrock, Ashton, and van Leuven, who sits fourth with £7,600 in earnings, are vying for the remaining World Championship spot. The darts community, while divided on issues like transgender participation, has largely rallied behind Greaves, with fans praising her humility and work ethic. “She’s a phenomenal player and will be in the PDC soon,” one supporter enthused, echoing sentiments that Greaves’ talent could transcend the women’s circuit. For now, as she navigates unwarranted criticism and continues her historic run, Greaves remains focused on throwing darts with the same joy and precision that have made her a champion.
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