Beau Greaves has called on the Professional Darts Corporation to add a “really important” new tournament to the 2026 calendar — a dedicated Women’s World Championship — arguing it would be a major step forward for the sport.
The 21-year-old sensation begins her World Darts Championship campaign on Friday night against former quarter-finalist Daryl Gurney, entering the tournament as one of the most talked-about players in the game.
Greaves has enjoyed a remarkable rise in recent years. She smashed the record with 86 consecutive wins in the Women’s Series, is a three-time WDF world champion, and recently secured a PDC Tour Card for 2026–27 after finishing second on the Development Tour. Her stunning victory over reigning world champion Luke Littler at October’s World Youth Championship only strengthened the view that she belongs among the elite.
Now, as she prepares for her latest Ally Pally appearance, the Doncaster star has urged PDC bosses to consider launching a women-only world championship — a move she believes would transform the pathway for female players.
Speaking to SPORTbible in partnership with Specsavers, Greaves said:
“A Ladies World Championship would take the pressure off the women who think they need to beat the men to have a career.”
“It would give them a chance to compete at their own level and ability,” she explained. “It’s fair to say most of the ladies aren’t at the same level as the men — and that’s not wrong, it’s just what the stats say.
“In my opinion, it would be a really important move. Mixing it with the men is great, but having a separate tournament for your own career path would be huge.”
Greaves admitted she is unsure whether such a tournament will ever materialise, but if she could make one major change to darts, this would be it.
The young star also called for more television coverage of emerging competitions so new players have a platform to showcase their talent.
“It’s great seeing different names on TV,” she said. “There are so many good youth players, but unless they’re full-time pros, they don’t get the chance to be seen. I’m a big advocate for the women’s game and I’d love to see it shown more.”
PDC Response: No Plans for a Women’s World Championship
PDC chief executive Matt Porter previously addressed the calls for a standalone women’s world championship, insisting the current system already offers opportunities for female players.
“The World Championship at Ally Pally is open to all players,” Porter said.
He highlighted the organisation’s investment of over £700,000 into women’s darts in the past five years through the Women’s Series and the Women’s World Matchplay.
“At present, we do not plan to introduce a separate Women’s World Championship,” he added. “The Worlds remain open to all, and players can also progress through the Women’s Series, Challenge Tour, Development Tour and Q-School.”
Greaves Highlights Importance of Eye Care Ahead of Ally Pally Return
Greaves has teamed up with Specsavers to underline how vital good vision is in precision sports like darts. She’ll wear her Specsavers glasses on stage at the World Championship.
Her own need for glasses began at school.
“I was sitting at the back of class and couldn’t read the whiteboard,” she recalled. “Then on the dartboard, I couldn’t separate the treble wire — it was a blur. When I got my glasses, everything changed.”
She encourages players and fans alike to prioritise eye health.
“People don’t realise how important it is,” she added. “There are a few players who wear glasses — it makes all the difference.”
