As she prepares to compete on the sport's grandest stages, darts prodigy Beau Greaves is demonstrating that her formidable skill at the oche is rivalled by her extraordinary mental strength away from it.
Who is Beau 'n' Arrow?
Beau Greaves, a 21-year-old from Doncaster known by the nickname "Beau 'n' Arrow", has rapidly become the undisputed leading figure in women's darts. Her trophy cabinet boasts three Women's World Championship titles. She recently carved her name into the history books by becoming the first woman ever to reach the final of the prestigious PDC World Youth Championship.
Record-Breaking Success and Financial Reward
This dominance has translated into significant financial success. Greaves's career prize money has now soared past the £330,000 mark. Her form in 2025 was particularly spectacular, where she set a new benchmark by winning £37,600 in a single Women's Series season – the highest total ever achieved by a female player.
The Invisible Battle: Conquering Dartitis
However, her path to the top was almost blocked by a formidable psychological hurdle. Greaves faced a severe case of "dartitis", a condition akin to the 'yips' in golf, which creates a paralysing mental block. This makes the simple act of releasing the dart during a throw feel physically impossible.
To overcome this challenge, Greaves made the difficult decision to step away from competition. She used this time away from the spotlight to painstakingly rebuild both her confidence and her throwing technique from the ground up. Her triumphant return to the summit of the sport stands as a powerful testament to her resilience and dedication.
A Giant Slayer Ready for the PDC Tour
Greaves has repeatedly shown she possesses the talent to beat the very best, regardless of gender. Her most famous victory came in the semi-finals of the 2025 World Youth Championship, where she defeated the global sensation Luke Littler. This win proved her capability to thrive under extreme pressure against elite opponents on the mixed-gender circuit.
Following a year of record-breaking achievements, Greaves has secured a major career milestone: a PDC Tour Card. This grants her the right to compete full-time against the world's top male professionals starting from the 2026 season. This transition represents a huge step forward as she aims to establish herself as a permanent fixture and genuine contender on darts' most demanding global platforms.
