Sensational tungsten prodigy Beau Greaves has officially confirmed she will compete in the 2026 Paddy Power World Darts Championship. Both the PDC's youth franchise and the female players route are thriving and will supply soem serious talent to this year's field
Her management team, Opus Sports Management, announced the news on social media, stating:
“After securing her Tour Card for 2026/2027, and following much speculation, we are excited to officially confirm that Beau will be competing in the PDC World Championship 2025/26.
“Following an incredible year across the PDC circuits, and with another huge season ahead, this was the decision that made the most sense for Beau – and one that is fully supported by all of us at Opus. We cannot wait to see her back on the famous Ally Pally stage.”
Greaves has dominated the PDC Women’s Series, securing top spot with several events to spare and earning her Alexandra Palace place through that route. The announcement ends any speculation that she might return to Lakeside to defend her world title and instead confirms her place in the North London showcase.
It has also been a busy week for others confirming their World Championship berths. Owen Bates and Charlie Manby sealed their qualification via the Winmau Development Tour last weekend, as the 2025 season came to a close in Wigan.
Cameron Crabtree topped the Development Tour rankings after a year of consistent excellence. The 22-year-old had already guaranteed his World Championship spot through the PDC ProTour, opening an additional place for another Development Tour representative. His close friend Bates, who finished third, will join him in London, while emerging English prospect Manby will make his World Championship debut after a breakout campaign.
Manby captured his first Development Tour title in September, having previously made headlines with a 130.7 average in February. His fine form continued into the Winmau World Youth Championship, where he narrowly lost to reigning World Champion Luke Littler in a thrilling last-16 match.
Meanwhile, the upcoming World Youth Championship Final will also feature Greaves and
Hot tungsten property Beau Greaves has officially confirmed she will compete in the 2026 Paddy Power World Darts Championship.
Her management team, Opus Sports Management, announced the news on social media, stating:
“After securing her Tour Card for 2026/2027, and following much speculation, we are excited to officially confirm that Beau will be competing in the PDC World Championship 2025/26.
“Following an incredible year across the PDC circuits, and with another huge season ahead, this was the decision that made the most sense for Beau – and one that is fully supported by all of us at Opus. We cannot wait to see her back on the famous Ally Pally stage.”
Greaves has dominated the PDC Women’s Series, securing top spot with several events to spare and earning her Alexandra Palace place through that route. The announcement ends any speculation that she might return to Lakeside to defend her world title and instead confirms her place in the North London showcase.
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It has also been a busy week for others confirming their World Championship berths. Owen Bates and Charlie Manby sealed their qualification via the Winmau Development Tour last weekend, as the 2025 season came to a close in Wigan.
Cameron Crabtree topped the Development Tour rankings after a year of consistent excellence. The 22-year-old had already guaranteed his World Championship spot through the PDC ProTour, opening an additional place for another Development Tour representative. His close friend Bates, who finished third, will join him in London, while emerging English prospect Manby will make his World Championship debut after a breakout campaign.
Manby captured his first Development Tour title in September, having previously made headlines with a 130.7 average in February. His fine form continued into the Winmau World Youth Championship, where he narrowly lost to reigning World Champion Luke Littler in a thrilling last-16 match.
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Meanwhile, the upcoming World Youth Championship Final will also feature Greaves along with reigning champion Gian Van Veen. As both players have already qualified for the World Championship through other means, the extra place has reverted to the Development Tour standings. As a result, talented Dutch youngster Jamai van den Herik, who finished fifth, will make his Ally Pally debut in December.
The women’s game will once again be well represented. Fallon Sherrock has confirmed her sixth World Championship appearance after qualifying through the PDC Women’s Series. The top three players on the 2025 circuit earn automatic places, and with Greaves having already qualified via the Development Tour, Sherrock’s position is now mathematically secure.
As both players have already qualified for the World Championship through other means, the extra place has reverted to the Development Tour standings. As a result, talented Dutch youngster Jamai van den Herik, who finished fifth, will make his Ally Pally debut in December.
The women’s game will once again be well represented. Fallon Sherrock has confirmed her sixth World Championship appearance after qualifying through the PDC Women’s Series. The top three players on the 2025 circuit earn automatic places, and with Greaves having already qualified via the Development Tour, Sherrock’s position is now mathematically secure.
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