Beau Greaves produced one of the most dramatic victories of the darts season after defeating Luke Littler 6–5 in a thrilling World Youth Championship semi-final — a result that not only sent her into the final but also guaranteed Fallon Sherrock’s return to the PDC World Championship at Alexandra Palace.
The match was packed with tension, quality, and big moments from start to finish. Littler, who has been almost unstoppable in recent months, started strongly and looked set to take another step toward another title. However, Greaves showed incredible resilience and composure, coming from behind several times to force a last-leg decider. With nerves of steel, she took out an 80 checkout to clinch victory, leaving the crowd stunned and Littler gracious in defeat. Despite losing, Littler posted an exceptional average of 107.4 — a testament to the high standard of play from both players.
For Greaves, the win was more than just another impressive scalp. It was a statement performance that underlined her growing reputation as one of darts’ brightest young stars. The 21-year-old has long been tipped for success, but beating Littler — one of the sport’s most formidable competitors — in such a high-stakes contest sent a clear message that she belongs among the elite.
The outcome also had a major ripple effect on the women’s game. Because Greaves had already secured her World Championship place through the PDC Development Tour, her qualification from that route freed up one of the automatic Women’s Series spots. That development meant Fallon Sherrock, who finished just below Greaves in the Women’s Series standings, could not be displaced from the top three — effectively guaranteeing her a spot at the World Championship.
Sherrock, known for her historic run at Alexandra Palace in 2020, was quick to celebrate the news. Her return adds another exciting chapter to her career and ensures that one of darts’ most popular figures will once again grace the biggest stage in the sport. The announcement was met with widespread approval among fans, many of whom highlighted how Sherrock’s continued presence at major tournaments is vital for the visibility and growth of women’s darts.
Littler, meanwhile, handled the loss with maturity beyond his years. Fresh from lifting the World Grand Prix title just days earlier, he congratulated Greaves and admitted he had let chances slip away in the closing legs. “Fair play to Beau. All the best in Minehead. Some talent,” he remarked after the match, showing respect for his opponent’s achievement.
The significance of Greaves’ victory stretches beyond individual glory. It reflects the rapid development of women’s darts and the increasing competitiveness between male and female players at the professional level. Greaves has dominated the Women’s Series for much of the season and continues to break barriers with performances like this.
For Sherrock, the qualification is not only a personal milestone but also a symbol of how far women’s darts has come. Her presence at Alexandra Palace will once again inspire a new generation of players while reigniting the excitement that surrounded her breakthrough performance several years ago.
As for Greaves, she now turns her focus to the World Youth final, brimming with confidence and momentum. Littler, despite the defeat, remains one of the sport’s brightest young stars and will no doubt bounce back stronger.
In the end, one match produced a cascade of consequences: Beau Greaves earned a career-defining win, Luke Littler gained another valuable lesson, and Fallon Sherrock’s World Championship dream was reignited. The women’s game continues to thrive — and with players like Greaves and Sherrock leading the charge, its future looks brighter than ever.
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