Darts sensation Beau Greaves continued her formidable dominance on the Women’s Series, clinching three out of four titles over the weekend. However, the biggest shock came when her astonishing 114-match winning streak was finally broken by rival Fallon Sherrock, who also secured a coveted title herself, marking a dramatic shift in the women’s darts landscape.
The Unbreakable Streak… Broken!
For an incredible 17 consecutive tournaments, Beau Greaves had reigned supreme on the PDC Women’s Series, building an unprecedented 114-match winning streak. Her iron grip on the ladies’ circuit seemed unshakeable, yet the unexpected happened early on Saturday in Wigan. In a stunning turn of events, Fallon Sherrock delivered a decisive 4-1 victory over Greaves, boasting an impressive 102.12 average. This monumental win not only shattered Greaves’ streak but also sent a clear message that the competition is heating up.
Following her triumph over Greaves, Sherrock continued her strong run, battling her way to the final of Women’s Series 5. There, she faced long-time rival Lisa Ashton. After a tightly contested match that went to 3-3, Ashton ultimately emerged victorious, claiming a much-desired title after a period without a major win for both players.
Greaves’ Resilient Comeback
True champions respond to setbacks, and Beau Greaves proved her mettle immediately. In the very next tournament, Women’s Series 6, ‘Beau ‘n’ Arrow’ wasted no time in reasserting her dominance. She swept through her opponents, conceding no more than two legs in any match before reaching the final. In a masterful display, Greaves secured a commanding 5-0 victory over Gemma Hayter, achieving a superb 101.55 average in the final. This swift return to form demonstrated her incredible mental fortitude and skill.
Revenge and Further Triumphs
The weekend continued to be a showcase for Greaves’ talent. In Women’s Series 7, she once again marched to the final, dropping just three legs across six matches. The stage was set for a highly anticipated rematch against Fallon Sherrock. This time, Greaves exacted her revenge. Despite Sherrock holding multiple match darts, Greaves held her nerve, capitalising on her opponent’s missed opportunities to snatch the victory and claim her second title of the weekend.
Greaves then capped off an extraordinary weekend with her third consecutive title at Women’s Series 8. In the final, she faced Rhian O’Sullivan, whom she comfortably defeated 5-1, solidifying her position as a dominant force in women’s darts despite the earlier streak-ending defeat.
Dutch Contingent’s Weekend
While the spotlight shone brightly on Greaves and Sherrock, it was a more subdued weekend for the Dutch players. Noa-Lynn van Leuven reached the semi-finals of Women’s Series 6, but overall, the performances from the Dutch contingent were considered moderate. Aileen de Graaf made it to one quarter-final in Women’s Series 5, but there were no further deep runs or titles for the Netherlands this time.
Weekend Tournament Highlights
Here’s a closer look at the key stages of each tournament:
Women’s Series 5
- Quarter-Finals: Lisa Ashton defeated Kirsi Viinikainen (5-4), Gemma Hayter beat Aileen de Graaf (5-3), Fallon Sherrock dominated Vicky Martin (5-0), Robyn Byrne overcame Vicky Pruim (5-3).
- Semi-Finals: Lisa Ashton advanced past Gemma Hayter (5-2), Fallon Sherrock narrowly beat Robyn Byrne (5-4).
- Final: Lisa Ashton defeated Fallon Sherrock.
Women’s Series 6
- Quarter-Finals: Robyn Byrne edged Steph Clarke (5-4), Beau Greaves flawlessly beat Eleanor Cairns (5-0), Noa-Lynn van Leuven secured a win against Leanne Topper (5-1), Gemma Hayter surprised Fallon Sherrock (5-0).
- Semi-Finals: Beau Greaves defeated Robyn Byrne (5-2), Gemma Hayter beat Noa-Lynn van Leuven (5-1).
- Final: Beau Greaves defeated Gemma Hayter.
Women’s Series 7
- Quarter-Finals: Fallon Sherrock beat Kim Holden (5-2), Lisa Ashton edged Gemma Hayter (5-4), Jo Locke overcame Felicia Blay (5-3), Beau Greaves dominated Steph Clarke (5-1).
- Semi-Finals: Fallon Sherrock defeated Lisa Ashton (5-4), Beau Greaves beat Jo Locke (5-0).
- Final: Beau Greaves defeated Fallon Sherrock.
Women’s Series 8
- Quarter-Finals: Rhian O’Sullivan dominated Lauryn Salter (5-0), Gemma Hayter narrowly beat Leanne Topper (5-4), Laura Turner defeated Louise Pearson (5-1), Beau Greaves overcame Deta Hedman (5-2).
- Semi-Finals: Rhian O’Sullivan beat Gemma Hayter (5-3), Beau Greaves dominated Laura Turner (5-0).
- Final: Beau Greaves defeated Rhian O’Sullivan.
Source: Based on an article from Darts Actueel.
