Darts sensation Beau Greaves has made history, becoming the first woman ever to achieve a perfect nine-dart leg on the professional PDC ProTour. This astounding feat, accomplished against Mensur Suljovic at Players Championship 6, is a monumental moment for the sport and women in darts, made even more special as her father was reportedly watching. In other darts news, former world champion Gerwyn Price faced a dramatic dash to the airport to ensure his participation in the Premier League in Belfast.
Beau Greaves: A Perfect Moment, A Darts Legend in the Making
The darts world is buzzing after Beau Greaves delivered an absolutely sensational performance, achieving what many players can only dream of: a nine-dart finish. This ‘perfect leg’ occurred during Players Championship 6, a prestigious event on the PDC ProTour, where she faced Austrian darts veteran Mensur Suljovic.
What is a Nine-Darter?
For those unfamiliar with darts, a nine-darter is the ultimate achievement. It means a player has completed a leg (a single game within a match) in the fewest possible throws – nine darts. To do this, a player must score 501 points by hitting specific high-scoring areas on the dartboard, typically aiming for treble 20, treble 19, or bullseye combinations, ending with a double. It requires immense skill, precision, and nerves of steel.
Breaking Barriers: First Woman on the PDC ProTour
Greaves’ nine-darter isn’t just a remarkable display of skill; it’s a historic milestone. She is the first woman ever to achieve this feat on the PDC ProTour. The PDC (Professional Darts Corporation) ProTour is a series of professional tournaments that form the backbone of the darts circuit, where the world’s best male and increasingly female players compete. This achievement not only highlights her exceptional talent but also inspires countless aspiring female dart players worldwide.
The emotional impact of such an achievement is often profound. While the immediate reaction captured the sheer brilliance of the moment, it’s understood that having loved ones, like her father, witness such a historical performance adds an immeasurable layer of joy and pride. “My father was watching, that makes it even more beautiful,” a sentiment often echoed by athletes who share their triumphs with family.
Gerwyn Price’s Race Against Time
Away from the perfection of the dartboard, another dramatic story unfolded involving former world champion Gerwyn Price. “The Iceman” found himself in a frantic race against the clock, needing to travel urgently to Birmingham Airport to catch a 9 PM flight. His destination? Belfast, where he was scheduled to compete in a Premier League Darts evening.
The Premier League Darts is a high-profile, weekly tournament featuring the sport’s top players. Missing a night can have significant consequences for a player’s standing and prize money. Price’s dash underscores the demanding travel schedule and logistical challenges faced by professional darts players as they balance multiple competitions across different locations.
Source: Based on an article from News – Dartsnieuws.com.
